Suicide Prevention & Support Resources

Our mental and physical well-being are urgent topics on the minds of veterinary professionals, including suicide prevention in the profession.

You are not alone. Knowing when to reach out for help—whether for yourself, a loved one, friend, or colleague—might be the most important part when it comes to our well-being.

If you believe that you or someone you know is in a crisis, please seek help immediately by calling 988 or contacting the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline’s Crisis chat team.

Resources

Following are some resources available to help us navigate difficult and challenging times:

• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
  Healthcare professional burnout, depression and suicide prevention.
• American Veterinary Medical Association
  • Get help
  • Well-being resources
  • Suicide prevention and mental health webinar
  • QPR (Question Persuade Refer) suicide prevention training
• Compassion Fatigue Awareness Project
  Promoting an awareness and understanding of compassion fatigue and its effect on caregivers.
• Not One More Vet
  Support for all members of the veterinary team.
• VetLife
  Self-care support for the veterinary community.
• Video tips with Elizabeth Strand, PhD
  How to de-stress. Courtesy of the Indiana VMA.
• CompanyCulture.com
  Tools for change: Benefits of a good organizational culture.