Ian Taylor Zajac

Loneliness and Social Connection in Autistic and/or ADHD Males: A Scoping Review

Jack Tex Lear, Diana Dorstyn, Melissa J. Opozda, Ian Taylor Zajac

Abstract Autistic and/or Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) males report higher levels of loneliness than their neurotypical peers. This scoping review synthesised 82 studies examining loneliness and social connection in neurodivergent (ND) males. Findings indicated that levels of social connectedness were lower or …

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Social Connectedness in Neurodivergent men: a Scoping Review

Diana Dorstyn, Jack Tex Lear, Melissa J. Opozda, Ian Taylor Zajac

An investigation into how social connectedness has been explored in the current empirical literature for males across the life span.

Red Box, Green Box: Psychometric evaluation of a self‐report behavioral frequency measurement approach for behavioral addictions research

Matthew Stevens, Marcela Radünz, Christina R. Galanis, Blake Quinney et autres

AIMS: The behavioral addictions field lacks clinically useful behavior frequency measures. This study evaluated the psychometric performance of the new 'Red Box, Green Box' method for measuring gaming behavior with a focus on its utility for gaming disorder (GD) screening. DESIGN, SETTING …

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Ergothioneine for cognitive health, longevity and healthy ageing: where are we now?

Linda Zhang, Irwin Kee-Mun Cheah, Ian Taylor Zajac, Emily Brindal et autres

Abstract As the global population ages, the prevalence of cognitive decline is rising, creating urgent demand for proactive strategies that support brain health and healthy ageing. Ergothioneine, a unique dietary amino-thione absorbed via the OCTN1 transporter, has recently gained attention for its …

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The effect of milk fat globule membrane phospholipid supplementation on cognitive function in older adults with subjective memory complaints—a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial

Ian Taylor Zajac, Naomi Kakoschke, Stefanie Evas, Barbara Kuhn‐Sherlock et autres

BACKGROUND: Milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) phospholipids have been linked to improved cognitive function, especially in infants, but evidence in healthy older adults is limited. OBJECTIVES: This project investigated MFGM phospholipid supplementation in older adults and focused on clinically meaningful cognitive function …

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The Effect of Ergothioneine Supplementation on Cognitive Function, Memory, and Sleep in Older Adults with Subjective Memory Complaints: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial

Ian Taylor Zajac, Naomi Kakoschke, Barbara Kuhn‐Sherlock, Linda Zhang

Ergothioneine is a diet-derived antioxidant with emerging evidence of neuroprotective benefits, but no dose-ranging study has evaluated its effects in healthy older adults. In this 16-week randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, 147 adults aged 55–79 with subjective memory complaints received ergothioneine (10 mg …

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Lifestyle behavioural and socio-demographic predictors of distress and wellbeing among Australian adults

Edward J P O’Connor, Matthew Ryan, Emily Brindal, Ian Taylor Zajac et autres

Lifestyle behaviours including physical activity (PA), dietary intake, and sleep are increasingly prominent targets in preventive mental health research and practice. Nevertheless, previous studies have typically adopted a model of mental health that discounts the potential for psychological distress and mental wellbeing …

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SunGold Kiwifruit and Psychological Health (GoKiPH): A Randomised Controlled Crossover Trial

Michael Billows, Naomi Kakoschke, Ian Taylor Zajac

Background/Objectives: The consumption of SunGold kiwifruit, a fruit rich in vitamin C, has been associated with improved mood in healthy individuals with low vitamin C levels. However, no studies have examined this relationship in individuals with elevated mood disturbance. This study examined …

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Transitioning to fatherhood: Prospective effects of wellbeing on future depression symptoms

Edward J O'Connor, Ian Taylor Zajac, Emily Brindal, Naomi Kakoschke

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The Effect of Ergothioneine Supplementation on Cognitive Function and Other Health-Related Outcomes in Older Adults With Subjective Memory Complaints

Ian Taylor Zajac, Naomi Kakoschke, Linda Zhang

Objectives: The effect of consuming the diet-derived compound Ergothioneine on cognition and other health-related outcomes was investigated in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial in older adults with subjective memory complaints.

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SunGold Kiwifruit and Psychological Health (GoKiPH): a randomised, crossover trial

Michael Billows, Naomi Kakoschke, Ian Taylor Zajac

Gold kiwifruit consumption and increased vitamin C intake have been associated with improved mood, vitality, and wellbeing in healthy individuals(1,2). However, to date, no studies have focussed exclusively on the efficacy of gold kiwifruit for improving such outcomes in participants with disturbed …

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The Role of Kiwifruit in Supporting Psychological Well-Being: A Rapid Review of the Literature

Michael Billows, Naomi Kakoschke, Ian Taylor Zajac

Consumption of vitamin-rich fruits and vegetables is emerging as a recommendation for the prevention and treatment of depression and anxiety. This review sought to examine literature investigating the role of kiwifruit in supporting psychological well-being in adult populations through increased vitamin C …

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