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Topics include “The Science Behind The Human-Animal Bond & The Application of These Principles to Promote General Wellness”, “Mindfulness in the Veterinary Workplace”, and much more!

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Joint Statement from AAVMC/AVMA on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in the Veterinary Profession

About the GVMA Wellness Committee

The Mission of the GVMA Wellness Committee is to provide wellness support that is inclusive of all who work in the field of veterinary medicine, regardless of role. We work to foster a statewide culture of veterinary wellness.

2021 Committee Members:

Christy Bell, DVM
Taylor Chastain-Griffin, PhD
Wendy Cuevas, DVM
Jackie Eisner, DVM

Kenzie Gelertner (UGA CVM 2022)
Jacqui Horner, DVM
Aubry Meers, DVM
Jennifer Proctor, DVM

Lisa Reno, RVT
Jennifer Rough
Jessica Sewell, RVT
Laura Smallwood, DVM (Chair)

Kathy Strickland, DVM
Ashley Tolleson, PhD
Justin Toth, DVM

Suicide Help

If you are thinking of harming yourself, PLEASE, PAUSE and:

• Call 911.
• Call a suicide prevention line (800) 273-8255 or (800) 784-2433.
• Call your local county crisis line (see website for list of counties and phone numbers).
• Talk to your friends or family…tell them you need their help.
• Call a mental health care provider. Give them a chance to help you.
• Call your primary care provider.
• Talk with someone at Lifeline Crisis Chat.
• Join the AVMA Wellness Community.

For help with substance abuse call The Georgia HELPLINE at 1-800-338-6745.

If you think someone might harm themselves, or take their own life, TAKE THIS SERIOUSLY:

• Call 911 if you think it appropriate. Err on the side of caution.
• Call a suicide prevention line (800) 273-8255 or (800) 784-2433.
• Call your local county crisis line (see website for list of counties and phone numbers).
• Dedicate to helping in whatever way you can, without sacrificing you own well-being.

NOTE: The information contained in these self-help documents is not to be used as a substitute for professional care. Neither the authors nor the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association (GVMA) assume liability for injury incurred by following the information presented in these self-help resources.