Is access to euthanasia drugs and moral stress linked to suicide rates in veterinarians? A cross-sectional national survey and network analysis - Scorecard - MDSpire
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Is access to euthanasia drugs and moral stress linked to suicide rates in veterinarians? A cross-sectional national survey and network analysis
Clinical Scorecard: Examining the Relationship Between Access to Euthanasia Medications, Moral Distress, and Suicide Rates Among Veterinarians: A National Cross-Sectional Survey and Network Analysis
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Suicide risk among veterinarians linked to euthanasia and moral distress
Key Mechanisms
Target Population
Care Setting
Key Highlights
Moral stress is associated with age but does not directly predict suicidality.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Management
Monitoring & Follow-up
Regularly assess mental health and suicidal ideation in veterinarians, ideally every 6 months.
Risks
Patient & Prescribing Data
Veterinarians in Poland
Address moral stress and psychological distress to mitigate suicide risk.
Clinical Best Practices
Develop targeted mental health interventions for veterinarians based on evidence from similar occupational studies.
