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Veterinarian deaths by suicide occur at rates far above the national average, and suicidal ideation has been reported as being up to 5.5 times more likely in veterinarians compared to the general population. Between 1/3 and 2/3 report history of depression, and 80% describe their occupation as stressful or very stressful.
Our team has identified specific types of client interactions that predict veterinarian stress and burnout, with veterinarian reaction to these interactions being a more important predictor of negative outcomes than frequency of such interactions alone. We have developed an Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT)-based educational program tailored to reduce reactivity during these veterinarian-client interactions. We plan to implement our program in veterinary clinics throughout our community, assessing program feasibility and acceptability, and monitoring use of techniques taught. Formal measures of burden transfer, stress, burnout, and mental health stigma are being measured using an online survey format at baseline (prior to ACT training) and follow-up (upon completion and 1 month later). Individuals wishing to contribute to research are randomized to either participate in the program upon registration (“program”) or after data collection (control”). Data will be analyzed by comparing baseline data to follow-up, as well as program versus control conditions. Using feedback from program participants and community stakeholders, we will alter the program as needed and develop an asynchronous training module for broad dissemination through veterinary learning management systems to make this program sustainable beyond the funding period.
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