Tackling Grief and Depression-Recording

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In the third "Well-Being Webinar" by the Sky Well-Being Committee, experts discussed the topics of grief and depression among healthcare professionals, focusing on their impact and strategies for coping. Dr. Kechi Ijeoma emphasized personal and professional grief, defining "second victim syndrome" as emotional distress experienced by healthcare providers involved in adverse events. This distress can lead to serious consequences like PTSD and suicide if unaddressed.<br /><br />Dr. Lyndon Box shared personal experiences, highlighting the stigma surrounding mental health issues among physicians and the need for support systems. He stressed the availability of state programs that protect professionals seeking help from career consequences. Dr. Dawn Scantlebury discussed symptoms of grief and depression, explaining how unresolved grief can lead to depression or burnout.<br /><br />The panel also highlighted the importance of debriefing after patient deaths, both for the affected healthcare providers and the care teams. Dr. Jeff Marshall explained the role of Physician Health Programs in providing confidential support for issues like depression and substance abuse, emphasizing the low recidivism rates in these programs.<br /><br />The webinar concluded with a call to utilize community resources, such as SC&I, for building support networks. The aim is to ensure that practitioners prioritize their mental well-being to continue providing optimal care.

Keywords

Well-Being Webinar

healthcare professionals

grief

depression

second victim syndrome

mental health

support systems

Physician Health Programs

burnout