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The website does not provide specific psychotherapy advice. The site is intended only for use by consumers in search of general information pertaining to wellbeing and related topics. Content is not intended to replace or serve as substitute for professional consultation or service. Observations and opinions on the website should not be misconstrued as specific advice.

If you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.

Guide for Veterinary Workplaces After a Suicide

With a desire to alleviate some of the stress and provide trustworthy resources after a veterinary team suicide, national veterinary professional organizations created the After a Suicide: A Guide for Veterinary Workplaces.

Download the PDF After a Suicide: Postvention for Veterinary Workplaces

The Guide provides tools for postvention, a term used to describe activities to help people cope with the emotional distress resulting from a suicide to prevent additional trauma and any potential for suicide contagion. The resource delivers managers and leaders within veterinary workplaces an outline to follow in a way to prevent further suicidal behavior and deaths, especially among people who ay be at elevated risk for suicide.

You will find within the Guide:

Immediate, Short-term & Long-term Steps
Tools & Templates
Additional Resources

This guide was created by The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) in partnership with Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA), Veterinary Medical Association Executives (VMAE), and NAVTA.

American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA): Guide to Veterinary Practice Team Wellbeing

Guide to Veterinary Practice Team Wellbeing: AAHA is launching a major initiative to address wellbeing from an alternative perspective that utilizes a positive, proactive approach to help prevent or mitigate mental health issues in veterinary practice teams by encouraging practice team members to embrace the benefits of self-care and to provide practices with the resources to optimize their workplace culture… Please share this with your colleagues. We hope it serves as a springboard for discussion and leads to action that will make a difference in your personal and professional lives.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)

AFSP raises awareness, funds scientific research and provides resources and aid to those affected by suicide. Learn More

American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA): Wellbeing and Peer Assistance

Health and wellbeing is an essential component to thriving individuals and practices. It’s critical that we take steps to care for our own emotional and mental health. Get started with our self-assessment tool, and then use the following resources to begin nurturing your emotional wellbeing. Learn More

National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI)

NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Learn More

Start Your Recovery: Substance Abuse Resources and Support

StartYourRecovery.org provides helpful information for people who are dealing with substance use issues — and their family members, friends, and co-workers, too. We know that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to the challenges faced by those who misuse alcohol, prescription or illegal drugs, or other substances, and we aim to break through the clutter to help people at any stage of recovery.