As we’ve written about on the blog several times before, the life of a doctor can be very challenging on their mental health. They want to help everybody, but they often do so by neglecting to care for themselves. This can lead them down a path of depression, despair, hopelessness and eventually suicide. Recently, I […]
Doctors Have The Highest Suicide Rate In America
According to new findings, doctors in America have the highest suicide rate of any profession, with roughly one completed suicide every day. Moreover, the number of physician suicides are more than twice that of the general public. The findings come on the heels of a systematic review of suicide rates in America. According to the […]
3 Things Your Doctor Wants From You
When we need the assistance of a nurse or doctor, we want them to help make us feel better. However, you have to remember that the healthcare system is a two way street. If you want to make a full recovery, your doctor is going to want some things from you. Below, we share three […]
4 Things You’re Lying To Your Doctor About
Doctors and medical professionals are here to help you feel better and manage any health conditions, but that can be difficult when patients lie to their doctor about their daily habits. Today, we take a look at four health habits that patients commonly lie to their doctors about. How many of these are you guilty of? […]
The Many Dangers of Sleep Deprivation
Whether you’re a college student cramming for finals or a nurse working the overnight shift, chances are you’ve had to burn the midnight oil from time to time. Everyone has heard that sleep deprivation has negative physical and mental side effects, but just how detrimental is lack of sleep on your body? Below, we examine […]