Suicidal behaviour and psychosocial problems in veterinary surgeons: a systematic review
Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyPublished 22 December 2010
Belinda Platt, Keith Hawton, Sue Simkin, Richard J. Mellanby
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A systematic review of studies investigating suicidal behaviour and psychosocial problems in veterinary surgeons highlights the difficulties faced by veterinary surgeons that may contribute to poor mental wellbeing and suicidal behaviour.
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The review highlights the difficulties faced by veterinary surgeons that may contribute to poor mental wellbeing and suicidal behaviour. Future research might include further examination of the influence of euthanasia on attitudes towards suicide and more direct examination of the impact that occupational risk factors might have on suicidal behaviour. Suggestions about the review's implications for suicide prevention in this group are also made.
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