
What is Vicarious Trauma in Healthcare Professionals?
Vicarious trauma is a type of trauma that healthcare professionals may experience as a result of their exposure to the trauma and suffering of their patients.
Work-related stress, burnout, fatigue, and mental health problems are increasingly prevalent among healthcare professionals. A study in Mayo Clinic Proceedings in 2022 found that over 3 in 5 physicians reported burnout in 2021. Similarly, the National Academy of Medicine reported that between 35-54% of nurses experienced burnout symptoms in 2019.
How can we help healthcare professionals achieve a better work-life balance and overcome personal, professional, and industry challenges to promote their mental health and well-being?
Read on to keep informed about public discussions, research findings, and expert advice on mental health and well-being among healthcare professionals.
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Vicarious trauma is a type of trauma that healthcare professionals may experience as a result of their exposure to the trauma and suffering of their patients.

Dr. Susan Noonan talks about mental distress in the medical workplace, in this M3 Health Talks free webinar.

Join us as Dr. Susan Noonan and Hannah Brown discuss the state of mental health and wellbeing amongst healthcare professionals in this special webinar event.

“Around the world, the COVID-19 pandemic is taking a terrible toll on people’s mental health.” Read more about “Mental Health in an Unequal World here.

Throughout 2021 we have collected opinions from 2317 healthcare professionals based in the United States, regarding how they manage their Work-Life balance.

This research study explored the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of healthcare professionals. We surveyed 1477 UK and European based healthcare professionals working across a broad range of specialties. Healthcare professionals