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It is frequently said that the primary role of a state medical regulatory board is to protect the public. Unfortunately, this concept has evolved in some regions suggesting there is a conflict between patients and their physicians.[1] In other words, the message can be sent that patients must be protected from physicians. Truly there haveRead More

The medical field is considered one of the toughest professions on the market, and doctors are right in the limelight as they experience high amounts of pressure and stress on a daily basis. Family questions and demands, decisions to be made, and medical team to lead can all take a major toll on the mentalRead More

In the medical and legal field, client support is crucial – but it can come at a price. Listening to the struggles your clients have gone through can be taxing emotionally, especially if you feel pressure to help resolve their problems. Compassion fatigue is considered secondary traumatic stress, and comes with a state of stressRead More

Please note: If you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Your life matters. The 2015 Germanwings Flight 9525 disaster was devastatingly tragic, where 150 people were killed in light of a co-pilot potentially ending his life by crashing the plane. Although death by suicide does not often occur throughRead More

Legal work is considered one of the most demanding professions next to medical professionals and executives. Those practicing law experience copious amounts of stress, with the pressure to meet tight deadlines, gather information, and present (without mistakes!) a dire need that determines the success (or the end) of someone’s career. Despite the fact that depression,Read More

Pilots are required to perform complex procedures with physical demands that can have a direct effect on their mental/physical health. In this demanding profession, pilots are likely to experience reduced sleep, unhealthy eating patterns, and more. Understanding the complexities that pilots undergo in daily life can provide insight as to physical and mental health interventionsRead More

Please note: If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Your life matters – healing is possible. First responders witness a variety of emergency situations, from fires to terrorist attacks, medical situations to brutal violence and more. The New York Daily News states that police officers typically witnessRead More

Stigma is quite pervasive regarding mental health and addiction, and the medical field is no exception to this phenomenon. The dental industry in particular faces unique challenges in addiction recovery, specifically as it relates to oral hygiene. While not discussed as often, patients with addiction do experience stigma in the dental care industry – andRead More

First-responders, such as law enforcement personnel, firefighters, dispatchers and EMTs, experience high stress and pressure in situations where immediate attention is required. Traumatic events can leave long-lasting impressions on many in the field, and factors such as high call volumes after the event, being in the service for an extended length of time, having aRead More