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Psychotherapist vs. Psychologist: What’s the Real Difference?

Psychotherapists and psychologists are both mental health professionals who have passed all qualifying examinations and training to receive their titles. However, if you are looking for help, which professional should you reach out to? What is a Psychotherapist? A psychotherapist is an individual who has received the necessary training to meet the qualifications of the […]

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Your Diabetes Care Checklist

Chronic Disease Management / smileandgrow

Managing diabetes feels like a never-ending cycle every day which can be exhausting. Keeping your diabetes control doesn’t have to be. At Lotus Medical, we can support you with a diabetes management plan, comprising of simple steps to help you manage your diabetes to avoid any serious diabetes complications in future. As part of a

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4 Major Signs That You May Need To Visit a Therapist

Mental Health / smileandgrow

There are many types of feeling that our human body and mind experience. At some point in our lives, these feelings become overwhelming and stressful, so much that it impacts our daily lives. Of course, there could be many personal issues and reasons for this that are individual to every person. With negative mental health,

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a lady suffering from an anxiety disorder

How Psychologists Can Help With Anxiety Disorders

Allied Health / smileandgrow

Are you seeking support for an anxiety disorder? Anxiety is common amongst all humans and is typically used to describe feelings of fear, panic and worry, and is typically attached to a thought that causes these sensations. Anxiety relates to either a ‘fight’ or ‘flight’ response and being anxious is a normal response if the

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What Does Social Anxiety Feel Like?

Mental Health / smileandgrow

Do you shield away from your family and friends due to the feeling of social anxiety? Everybody experiences the feeling of nervousness within a social situation, and sometimes, this can cause you to retreat somewhat. This can make you feel more uncomfortable than naturally, where you may avoid social and eye contact with the people

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What Happens During A Mental Health Assessment?

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A mental health assessment is performed by a doctor to check if you are showing signs of mental illness. Any signs of this can allow the doctor to assist you with strategy or treatment plans to help recover from it. Poor mental health, particularly depression, is one of if not the biggest forms of illness.

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Does Stress Impact Oral Health?

Mental Health Services / smileandgrow

When one is stressed, naturally, their oral health is the last thing that they think about. Although, you may be surprised to know the stress impacts oral health. Stress can lead to damage to your teeth and gums. Naturally, stress can cause facial headaches, anxiety, and negative emotions, but the unknown factor is your oral

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Doing Meditation To Help Manage Depression

Mental Health Services / smileandgrow

Depression is one of leading causes of ill mental health, and the World Health Organization has listed depression as a global problem. There are major effects to feeling depressed; it leads to a negative mood, negative self-esteem, criticism of yourself, lack of interest in activities, fatigue, loneliness and suicidal thoughts whether you’re at work or

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Exercise And Your Mental Health

Mental Health Services / smileandgrow

Exercise has proven to improve mood and decrease feelings of anxiety through hormone relief. Did you know that there is also a connection between exercise and your mental health? Past research has proven exercise to be a positive choice to reduce the risk of adverse oral health conditions. This also goes for promoting strong dental health.

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Strategies To Cope With Anxiety

Mental Health / smileandgrow

Whether it be certain thoughts or a present situation within your environment, anxiety can feel quite crippling at times. Formally known as a generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), it can sometimes be persistent, where you’ll experience physical, behavioural, and emotional symptoms. You may feel tense, aches, tension, or constant worry. The trouble with anxiety is the

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