Here, we have highlighted some key resources you can use to help manage and prioritise your mental health needs.

Wellbeing: Urgent and immediate support

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

Wellbeing: College resources

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

Wellbeing: National resources

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

Wellbeing for trainees

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

How to avoid burnout

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.

Bouncing back: resilience in optometry

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.

Are you pushing through the pain?

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

What support is available for patients with low vision 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