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Posted: 19th September 2016

BVA discloses mental health survey results
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The survey cited under 35s as most likely to seek support. Despite this, half of those questioned chose not to seek support.
Forty five per cent of young vets concerned for mental wellbeing

BVA’s Voice of the Veterinary Profession survey results outlined current wellbeing and mental health statistics in the veterinary profession with 45 per cent of vets expressing concerns about their mental health.  

Furthermore, the survey looked at ongoing supportive structures in the workplace, with 70 per cent of young vets feeling unsupported during their first year and professional development phase (PDP) of employment.

The survey cited under 35s as most likely to seek support. Despite this, half of those questioned chose not to seek support and a further 45 per cent were unsure how to recognise poor mental health in a colleague.

In addition, the issues starting work in practice were addressed, with 69 per cent having no appraisal, 77 per cent given no work hours for PDP case notes and 82 cent with no mentor in their first year.

The survey follows several other related incentives including Vet Futures’ survey of new graduates and the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons’ (SPVS) wellbeing award, in a continuing bid to address the issue of support and mental health in the profession.

BVA president Sean Wensley said: “These statistics present a sobering challenge to the veterinary profession and it is essential that we take steps to support our colleagues.”

The BVA is a member of the RCVS-led Mind Matters initiative, and is investing in the Young Vet Network (YVN) to facilitate supportive groups, meetings and social media interaction for young vets.  




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