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Approximately a quarter of people in Australia suffer from an anxiety disorder. In an increasingly complex, fast-paced and digital world, maintaining mental health can be challenging. But what many people don’t understand is that mental health can affect physical health. One of the most common – and concerning – effects of poor mental health is…

What do you imagine when you hear the phrase ‘holistic optometry’? As the name suggests, holistic optometry posits an intimate connection between visual, mental and bodily health. The eyes are the key to the soul – meaning visual disturbances are linked to unwanted changes in mental health or the body. According to Dr Michael Christian,…

If you’re exploring holistic optometry, a concept that you’ve likely encountered over and over is (micro)prism lenses. Microprism lenses are a proactive rather than reactive solution to visual disturbances. To be specific, micro prism lenses are designed to manipulate light entry into the eyes. By refracting light precisely, these lenses encourage optimal eye muscle engagement,…

So many wonderful things happen while we are sleeping. In fact, sleep plays a crucial role in our development, both physically and mentally. As well as helping us to feel fit and ready for the day ahead, sleep repairs our body, balances hormone levels and supports our cognitive functions. But what effect does sleep have…

Our modern world hits us with many challenges. Whilst we live longer than our ancestors did because of the availability of more food, better living conditions and a greater understanding of diseases and medicines, it could be argued that we do not always live happier, or even healthier lives than they did. We certainly seem…

Maintaining good body posture is essential for our overall health and wellbeing, and without it, this can cause a number of health issues such as shallow breathing, slowed circulation and even blurred vision. Although good posture is important, many people adopt ‘bad’ or ‘incorrect’ posture on a daily basis. A multitude of factors contribute to…

Mindfulness is a cognitive skill showcased by the ability to be fully present in a moment. Various meditation-based techniques can help individuals ground themselves in a moment without becoming overwhelmed or reactive. In addition to its positive effects on the brain, mindfulness can significantly improve physical health. In particular, mindfulness can improve eye health: assisting…

Children’s vision plays an important role in their development, including their capability to engage with others, their academic performance and ability to learn about the world around them. To ensure optimal eye health, all children need to receive regular check-ups, as without this, concerns about their eye health could be undetected. This is especially important…

Everyone knows that regular exercise is important, but how does it affect our bodies? As well as supporting a longer, healthier life, being active also provides many physical, mental and emotional benefits. Incorporating your favourite exercise into your daily routine supports our cardiovascular system, reduces stress, promotes better sleep and even aids our vision. If…

Our health and our bodies are constantly changing from the moment we are born. Our cells multiply, grow and die without us even knowing about it, and elements like our diet, lifestyle and general well-being, and environmental factors like air pollution and other toxins will all have a bearing on how our bodies react, grow…