Personal Wellbeing
Veterinary Mental Health and the Influence of Culture
A recent study shows that cultural barriers in the profession may prevent veterinary students from accessing mental health resources.Personal Wellbeing
We Are Treating Burnout All Wrong
Here's a secret ... preventing burnout at the organizational level is more important than treating burnout at the personal level.Personal Wellbeing
The Secret of Job Satisfaction
There is a 15:1 ratio of negative to positive work-related literature. Every vet now knows the terms "stress," "depression," and "compassion fatigue." But where's the literature on the best parts of the job that make it all worth it?Personal Wellbeing
We Are Real-Life Superheroes
This column written by the NAVC’s Chief Veterinary Officer shares the secrets that really should be considered well-known truths and that can help change our thinking and our profession for the better.
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Veterinary Medicine’s Professional Imperative: Suicide Prevention
Throughout their careers, veterinary professionals commit to helping their patients become healthier and happier, but we all too often forget to focus that same time and attention on our own wellbeing.
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Running on Empty
There are a few ways to ensure you and your coworkers are getting enough sleep.
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Addressing the Profession’s Mental Health Challenges
Banfield has introduced a first-of-its-kind suicide prevention training designed specifically for veterinary professionals.
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A Suicide Support Resource for Veterinary Workplaces
Every September, during there is a grim reminder about the suicide rate in the veterinary profession: Nearly 400 veterinarians died by suicide between 1979 and 2015, according to the CDC.
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The Pursuit of Happiness
Job satisfaction is a combination of recognition, communication, and reconciliation.