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We fell asleep in one world and woke up in another.

The air is filled with disinfectant, laughs and smiles are covered by masks.

Doctors and nurses are in harm's way to save lives.

Amid coronavirus, let's do more than washing hands, let's wash away our worries and anxiety.

When shops and restaurants are closed, we can open our hearts and stay connected online.

When social distancing is practiced, we can enjoy family renaissance.

In these dark moments, you're not powerless with the shining light of hope.

See you soon, stay home, stay safe.

In this edition of The Therapy Sessions, we want to focus on those who love social gatherings and also those with social phobia before the COVID-19 pandemic. Believe it or not, both groups are currently facing great challenges in their lives. Dr. Theo Cope will help us understand more about their situation. Dr. Cope is a psychologist from Raffles Medical Group based in Beijing. Liu Min talked to him earlier on the phone on the issue. Let's find out more.

In this edition of The Therapy Sessions, psychological practitioner Ji Xiang shared a real story of an anxious mom. Known as Shang by her clients, Ji Xiang is the CEO of New Songs International, an organization on the East Coast of the US that provides counseling and other services based on systematic psychology. With this typical case of anxious parents, especially moms, Ji Xiang demonstrated the causes of anxiety and offers some practical suggestions.

April 23 is The World Book Day. The 17th national reading survey shows Chinese people's reading of printed books has declined but it paints a promising picture for reading in the internet era. Check out the details with Studio Plus hosts Li Ningjing and Liu Min.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, disinfectant usage went up more than ever. It has become commonplace in offices and even homes. Those of moderate use are now becoming excessive. People with germaphobia are finding it unbearably difficult to adjust in post covid 19 society. In today's The Therapy Sessions, Dr. Theo Cope will help us understand more about the degree of our fear of germs and viruses . Dr. Cope is a psychologist and psychotherapist from Raffles Medical Group based in Beijing. Our host Liu Min talked to him earlier on the phone about the issue. Let's find out more.

Instead of distributing cash to citizens, the local city government in Wuhan distributed over $4 million in vouchers to help revive the retail sector. According to economists, such a measure aims at leveraging people’s consumption tenfold the value of the coupons. Hear more on Studio Plus.

COVID-19 has caused a global-crisis worldwide. Though each person may react differently in a crisis, one common occurrence among all demographics is panic attacks. In today’s segment The Therapy Sessions, Dr. Theo Cope from Raffles Medical Group in Beijing will help us understand more about panic attacks and panic disorder, while giving instructions on how to cope with it in a better way. Liu Min talked to him earlier on the phone on the issue. Let’s find out more.

A Japanese short-term rental firm is marketing its empty apartments as a way for stressed couples to get some time apart during the virus lockdown. Is this a viable solution to 'coronavirus divorce'? Hear what Tony Reid and Li Ningjing have to say on Studio Plus.

Reduced social contact amid the epidemic resulted in cosmetics' purchasing frequency

decreasing by 40 percent between Jan 24 and Feb 21, data from consultancy Kantar Worldpanel China show. However, some analysts expect makeup and skin-care products will continue to flourish. Hear Studio Plus hosts Li Ningjing and Liu Min's discussion on what's giving rise to the rebound in cosmetics sales.

COVID-19 pandemic has changed many people’s life. In this edition of The Therapy Sessions, our host Liu Min talked to Dr. Jerry Lawler, a Psychologist from Safe Harbor Christian Counseling, an outpatient mental health counseling practice based in Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. He shares with us the challenges to provide telehealth counseling services, and how he has managed to help the local clients who have encountered psychological issues amid the COVID-19 pandemic in recent weeks. Hear more from Liu Min's phone interview with Dr. Lawler.