Look at the context behind a wellbeing suggestion

General suggestions can leave out personal circumstances and preferences.

Start with a useful question

General suggestions can leave out personal circumstances and preferences. A useful first step is to identify who published the information and why.

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Read the context

Read the full explanation rather than relying on its headline. Look for the context, date and limitations, and distinguish research, reporting, personal experience and advertising.

Keep exploring

Keep a note of the questions that remain. These starter articles provide general information literacy, not an individual assessment or treatment plan. Bring personal health questions to an appropriately qualified professional.