Veterinary Health and Wellness Resources

College of Veterinarians of British Columbia

Time to Talk Vet Mental Health

Here you will find pertinent resources and information from numerous sources to help support the personal well-being of veterinarians and veterinary students, with a focus on education, awareness and prevention. Additional resources and professional support services may also be available through your provincial veterinary association or veterinary college.

If you or someone you know needs help, consult the list of Helplines and Professional Support Services available in your region. In emergency or crisis situations, go to the nearest hospital or call 911.

Mental Health Illness Checklist

Each person is different and will have unique signs and symptoms, but here are some of the more common ones for each mental health problem.

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From the research perspective, burnout is considered one of the elements of Compassion Fatigue. From the organizational and social work perspective, it is often distinguished as being different from compassion fatigue in that burnout arises from where one works, whereas compassion fatigue is associated with the work you do.

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Stress, depression and the holidays: Tips for coping

The holiday season can trigger stress and depression with a dizzying array of demands; cooking meals, shopping, baking, cleaning and entertaining, etc. These practical tips can help you can minimize the stress that accompanies the holidays. You may even end up enjoying the holidays more than you thought you would.

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