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A Survival Guide: When Veterinary Medicine Kicks You in the Teeth
In this course, Dr. Carrie Jurney, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) tackles the difficult topic of mental health in veterinary medicine. Through this video training, you will learn how to build resiliency as you deal with the day to day tasks of your job. You will also learn the difference between problem based coping and emotional based coping and how these coping tools can help you to manage workplace stress while maintaining a strong mental health.
Read MoreConfronting the Stigma of Suicide
It can awkward and uncomfortable to talk about suicide, but we need to shine a light on this dark subject. The more we discuss suicide and suicidal ideation, the less stigma will surround it, and the more adept we will be to recognize the signs and help our friends and colleagues who are suffering.
Read MoreNOMV Welcomes Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP) As A Generous Supporter To The NOMV Student Chapter Program.
NOMV welcomes AVP as a generous supporter and dedicated ally to the NOMV Student Chapter Program.
Read MoreCompassion Fatigue: The Many Faces of Mindfulness
Mindfulness predicts wellbeing in healthcare providers and protects against compassion fatigue.
Read MoreCompassion Fatigue: Shielding and Healing Yourself
The factors in compassion fatigue management: rapid intervention, personalized intervention plan, willingness to embrace change, and practicing mindfulness.
Read MoreCompassion Fatigue: Understanding Your Risk
Caregivers experience emotional consequences when they provide aid to others, and many of the risk factors for compassion fatigue are frequently encountered in the veterinary field.
Read MoreCompassion Fatigue: A Hidden Danger To Veterinary Professionals
It is impossible to connect this trend back to a single cause or issue because there isn’t just one issue at play: the practice of veterinary medicine is a “perfect storm” of factors coming together to put veterinary healthcare workers at risk of depression and suicide.
Read MoreNOMV Cyberbullying Task Force
In light of recent cyberbullying attacks targeting Maine Veterinary Medical Center, Not One More Vet, Inc. partnered with MVMC to create a resource for veterinary clinics that find themselves in a similar position.
Read MoreNOMV Advocates – Australia Outreach Event
NOMV Advocate Nicole shares her story about volunteering with NOMV and delivering these awesome treats to spread positivity at clinics in her area ?
“I decided to be a volunteer because my local vet lost one of their young vet nurses last year. My daughter’s best friend worked at that clinic and she told us about it and how upsetting it was. I then discovered NOMV on Facebook and I looked into it and decided to become a volunteer and raise awareness in our community for all out local vets.
Read MoreChapter Spotlight: Texas & Seacoast New England
NOMV announces two official NOMV Ambassadors program chapters.
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