Veterinary Mental Health

24. Bereaved by Suicide

March 16, 2021 Season 2 Episode 24
Veterinary Mental Health
24. Bereaved by Suicide
Show Notes

The World Health Organization estimates that roughly 22% of individuals will be bereaved by suicide in their lifetime. In our veterinary community, with its elevated rate of suicide compared to the general population, I expect that number is much higher. In today's episode I walk you through the aspects of grieving a loss by suicide that make it uniquely difficult. 

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