compassion fatigue Archives - Bite Magazine https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tag/compassion-fatigue/ Independent dental news, views and reviews Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:05:06 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 Mental health in dentistry https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/mental-health-in-dentistry/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/mental-health-in-dentistry/#respond Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:05:06 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=40914 Mental health in dentistry is under growing strain, with compassion fatigue identified as one of the main issues, but experts agree there are ways to deal with it. By Marina Williams Caring for patients is central to dental practise, but emotional strain, long hours, and pressure for perfection can take a serious toll. In January […]

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