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What patients really care about is the impact of illness on their wellbeing, and their ability to play an active role in society. So how can the patient experience be measured? This article gives an overview, making reference to eye health where possible.

Clinical files: What defines workplace bullying and harassment and what steps can be taken to provide a resolution.

Kathy Oxtoby looks at why practitioners experience physical discomfort and what steps they can take to help themselves.

Optometrists talk to patients about eye health every day, and have an important role to play in health promotion and public health.

Clinical files: What should you do if you witness sexual harassment in clinical practice?

Personal resilience is a positive trait that has become an often misunderstood and misused term. Kathy Oxtoby looks at the issues for eye care practitioners.

Podcast: Ruth Bennett, Deputy Lead Assessor on the Scheme for Registration, talks to Dave Burke, Mental Health First Aid Instructor, and optometrist Neil Constantine-Smith, about the rising number of young people suffering from anxiety.

It is not mere sentiment, says Rima Evans – compassion is a behaviour that can bring about significant improvements in treatment, optometrist wellbeing and business outcomes.

Podcast: Ruth Bennett, Deputy Lead Assessor on the Scheme for Registration, Dave Burke, Mental Health First Aid Instructor, and Neil Constantine-Smith, an optometrist with over 30 years experience, answer questions from supervisors and trainees on the Scheme for Registration.

Chronic job-related stress and mental health issues are an increasing concern among optometrists. Sophie Goodchild explores the prevalence of burnout, how to spot symptoms and the support available.

Clinical files: A patient has made an offensive comment to an optometrist colleague, am I now obliged to see them for their sight test?

As the days get shorter, many people feel sluggish and overly tired. This is especially the case for optometrists who often work in dimly lit rooms. Here, Sophie Goodchild explores simple strategies to boost energy, motivation and productivity during the dark winter months.

Clinical files: You have an abusive patient, what should you do?

A compassionate workplace will support employees through bereavement, writes Kaye McIntosh. What should you do when a colleague loses someone close?

Mental Health Counsellor David Beeney looks at how you can assess your own mental health and improve your levels of personal resilience during challenging times, as well as spotting the signs that a colleague maybe suffering with poor mental health.

Ocular complaints can cause, and exacerbate, mental health conditions for patients, says Kellie Smith.

Podcast: In the first of a series of 'takeover' episodes, Dr Parth Shah MCOptom talks to Kush Mandavia MCOptom about how to take care of our own wellbeing.

In each issue, Acuity poses a topical question to a panel of members.

Optometrist Dr Jasleen Jolly explores the psychology of sight loss, from patient support to how it impacts careers, wellbeing, and daily life.

Daniel Hardiman-McCartney FCOptom, Clinical Adviser for the College, on how optometrists should attend to their health and mental wellbeing.

We highlight some key resources you can use to help manage and prioritise your mental health needs.

The COVID-19 pandemic means optometrists are facing extremely stressful situations. Kathy Oxtoby explores the range of services available in different settings to support mental welfare.

Advice on how to look after your mental health during the pre-registration period.

With the Paralympics underway in Tokyo, Kathy Oxtoby reports on how patients with low vision can enjoy exercise and sport, and the benefits that go beyond keeping limber.

We have a number of videos, podcasts, webinars and journal articles you can access to support your wellbeing.

As we leave summer behind and head towards winter, growing demands on the NHS will no doubt fill news headlines.

A range of resources to help you manage your own mental health and support others who may be struggling.

Compassion fatigue has peaked during the pandemic. Becky McCall asks how we recognise the signs and how we can all act to stop its spread.

If you feel unable to cope or keep yourself safe, it is important to get support now.

How vision shapes football performance.

This online CPD course helps you improve your knowledge and skills in managing public health issues that affect your patients: dementia, falls and depression.

Helen Gilbert asks what are the signs of depression you should look for among those with low vision and how optometrists can help them