In October 7th, I am presenting 2 sessions at the AVBA Mental Health Forum.
I will be discussing Awareness and Strategies for a Mentally Healthy Workplace.
It is great that the profession is increasing it’s awareness of mental health and how to create mentally healthy workplaces. Unfortunately, we have a cognitively, emotionally and physically taxing profession.
Veterinarians are high achievers who don’t like to make mistakes or fail. Working long hours in practice every day with budget constraints and pet owners who don’t value their pets, can be challenging. The reverse can also be true with clients who are demanding. The high strain and high demand can contribute to compassion fatigue and burnout if we don’t prioritise self care and our own wellbeing.
I hope you can attend the conference. Registration details can be found here.
Natasha Wilks
