Research reveals that veterinarians experience depression more often compared to the average person, and that burnout is affecting between one-third to one-half of veterinary team members. Because there is significant overlap between symptoms of depression and burnout, yet differences in how they are managed or treated, it is important to better understand them.
In today’s episode, I explain the differences and similarities between depression and burnout, and where to go for help if you believe you might be experiencing either one. In honor of Bell Let’s Talk Day (Canada), I also share my own experience with depression and burnout and how I have been able to manage them in the past.
Resources
Shanti Project (Veterinary Mental Health Initiative): https://www.shanti.org/programs-services/veterinary-mental-health-initiative/
TogetherAll (Canadian Veterinary Medical Association): https://www.canadianveterinarians.net/veterinary-resources/veterinary-health-and-wellness-resources/togetherall/
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Mental Health Resources for Veterinary Teams: https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/wellnessresources
Online Programs
To learn more about our 4- and 8-week online programs approved for CE credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE, please visit:
https://revivingvetmed.com/programs/
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Research reveals that veterinarians experience depression more often compared to the average person, and that burnout is affecting between one-third to one-half of veterinary team members. Because there is significant overlap between symptoms of depression and burnout, yet differences in how they are managed or treated, it is important to better understand them.
In today’s episode, I explain the differences and similarities between depression and burnout, and where to go for help if you believe you might be experiencing either one. In honor of Bell Let’s Talk Day (Canada), I also share my own experience with depression and burnout and how I have been able to manage them in the past.
Resources
Shanti Project (Veterinary Mental Health Initiative): https://www.shanti.org/programs-services/veterinary-mental-health-initiative/
TogetherAll (Canadian Veterinary Medical Association): https://www.canadianveterinarians.net/veterinary-resources/veterinary-health-and-wellness-resources/togetherall/
Download
Mental Health Resources for Veterinary Teams: https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/wellnessresources
Online Programs
To learn more about our 4- and 8-week online programs approved for CE credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE, please visit:
https://revivingvetmed.com/programs/
Newsletter
For more practical pointers and tangible tips related to veterinary mental health and wellbeing, subscribe to our e-newsletter:
https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/newsletter
Questions or Suggestions
Email podcast@revivingvetmed.com