UWA Extension

Evidence is increasing that being and staying fit can delay ageing and prevent disease, and that it is essential for maximising work performance. But knowing that fitness is important and actually achieving it are two different things, especially considering the amount of confusing and conflicting information out there. This workshop with physiologist David Beard will enable you to develop a fitness program that will work for you whatever your current level of fitness or work and fa... [More]

Just as physical health improves wellbeing, being brain fit helps you learn effectively, remember more and maintain clear thinking when under pressure. This workshop will enable you to develop your own brain fitness program based on healthy nutrition, mental challenge, stress management and physical exercise. The good news is that everyone can benefit – you are never too old to start and never too young to begin. The workshop includes six weeks online follow-up with Dr. Jenny to hel... [More]

Driven to distraction by too much to do and too many interruptions? Discover how your brain pays attention and how to focus on each thing you want to do. In a time poor, busy world there is a better way to deal with distractions and interruptions. Learn how to improve your attention skills, regain control and still get everything done. Dr Jenny Brockis will show you how you can improve your attention skills, manage those pesky distractions and deal with the myth of multitasking. OUT... [More]

Nutrition misinformation abounds, much of it contradictory. Dietician Glenn Cardwell will help you sift the fibs from the truth. Based on up-to-date research you will be surprised how out-dated some nutrition information is; the truth is far more interesting. Expect to be surprised, but also expect to get practical and useful information on nutrition that is very likely to extend your life and delay disease. This half-day course will cover nutrition for your bones, heart and brain b... [More]

Mindfulness is a rich but often confusing subject. It is both a Buddhist practice and a psychological therapy derived from it. In Buddhism, to be mindful means to focus on what you are doing, thinking or feeling in order to understand and evaluate it. In psychology however the emphasis is on adopting a non-reactive, accepting, ‘just watching’ attitude towards present moment experience. It aims for serenity through detachment. Both approaches rely on the same standard meditation prac... [More]

Overdiagnosis presents a serious problem to our health system; an increasing tendency to categorise normal physiological and psychological characteristics as pathological. Unnecessary labelling results in poor treatment decisions, overuse of medication, stigmatisation and the diversion of resources from prevention and treatment of real disease. In this fascinating talk, Dr Lawrence presents the concept of ‘disease mongering’ and how it is occurring. Overdiagnosis has been described ... [More]

Anxiety, poor sleep and a runaway, overactive mind may be signs of stress. Over time, these damage our health and make us very miserable. Fortunately, you can easily lower your levels of arousal and muscle tension within a minute or so if you know how. Learn how to relax a little, many times a day, and restore balance and control. Meditation is a technique that helps you relax quickly and calm your mind, whenever you want to. It is easy to do once you understand how it works. In thi... [More]

At last the truth about weight loss from people who aren’t trying to sell you a radical diet or ‘guaranteed’ program that just won’t work. Discover the essential steps you must take to lose weight and maintain a healthy weight. There are no diet plans, because you know they don’t work; no magic potions or scams; no false claims about how easy it is. This is about proven strategies for weight control. Two health professionals with over 60 years' experience will share with you the key... [More]

This is an online course. To find out how our online courses work, please click here. The ability to create humor is a skill many people don’t have, yet wish they did. If you’re interested in learning how to come up with jokes or witticisms on the fly, punch up dull material for an audience, or make a living as a comedy writer, this course will get you going. Your instructor, an experienced comedy writer and working actress, will guide you through a wide range of comedic sources. Yo... [More]

What is our immune system? How does it work? Can some of the foods we choose to eat actually make our immune system stronger? Discover the answers to these questions in a relaxed Sunday workshop where you can update your understanding of what the immune system is, how it works, and what you can do to be healthier. This workshop will focus on the applied science of the human body’s immune system and will include instruction and interactive workshop sessions. OUTLINE This workshop wil... [More]