Health & Wellbeing

Fast Facts

High Anxiety.

Veterinarians are at higher risk of mental health issues and suicide than the general population, according to a 2015 Canadian study. Anxiety is one of the most common mental health issues among veterinarians—with 1 in 3 reporting they experience it, and another 1 in 3 who are borderline.

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Major Stressors.

Student loan debt is a major source of stress, says a 2018 Merck study, with 67 percent of participating veterinarians rating it their top "critical concern." More than half said high stress levels (53 percent) and suicide rates (53 percent) also weighed heavy on their minds.

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Depression & Suicide.

According to a CDC study, 24.5 percent of men and 36.7 percent of women in veterinary medicine have experienced depression—about 1.5 times the national average. As a result, 14.4 percent of males and 19.1 percent of females have considered suicide, which is three times higher than other professions.

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Tips & Techniques

General/Educational

Addiction

Anxiety

Depression & Bipolar Disorder

Sleep Disorders

General Resources

Alcohol & Drug Abuse

Anxiety

Compassion Fatigue & Burnout

Depression & Bipolar Disorder

Stress

Suicide

Mindfulness & Meditation

Physical Health

Tips & Techniques

Common Sources of Stress

Managing Stress At Work

Tips & Techniques

General/Educational

Alcohol Abuse

Drug Abuse

Ohio Law

If you or someone you know is in need of immediate help, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.

Education & Awareness

Prevention

What to Do After a Suicide or Attempt

If you or someone you know is in need of immediate help, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.

General Resources

Alcohol Abuse

Suicide

If you or someone you know is in need of immediate help, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.

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