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Veterinarian and author Lisa-Marie Petersen explores mental health in her Dutch book, Before You Go to the Dogs, drawing on her expertise in practice and psychology.

Individuals in the veterinary profession are experiencing significant mental health and wellbeing challenges. A holistic view of wellbeing, which encompasses both physical and mental health, underscores their interconnected nature.

Veterinary nurses and technicians experience burnout, which affects their mental and physical health, the likelihood of leaving their job, and their quality of work. Burnout is caused by workplace issues, and existing research has identified specific causes in veterinary nurses and technicians.

The current generation of students is grappling with a significant mental health crisis, with implications that extend beyond campus boundaries to affect society as a whole. This crisis manifests in various forms, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts.

VDT Mindful Practice Toolbox: E-learning module about mental health in the veterinary sector

In this article, we aim to provide an overview of the historical background of mental health and well-being, positive psychosocial determinants of health, biology underlying positive mental health, transcultural dimensions of positive global mental health, and pertinent interventions that enhance positive mental health outcomes.

Stepping away from traditional approaches that dwell on past problems, positive psychology directs attention towards envisioning a preferred future and leveraging individual strengths

Imagine dedicating your life to a profession out of pure love only to find that passion becoming a source of immense pressure and emotional exhaustion. For many veterinarians, including myself, this is the stark reality.