Addressing the effects of domestic abuse on healthcare workers

Claire Andersen
Experiencing domestic abuse can have profound and far-reaching effects on anyone. But when the victim is a doctor, there are often additional layers of complexity and difficulty.

...reporting abuse or acknowledging personal struggles can be seen as a sign of weakness in a profession where strength is highly prized.

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Being a doctor is inherently stressful, and the demanding nature of the profession often leads to high levels of burnout. Domestic abuse compounds this stress, creating a ‘dual burden' of emotional and physical strain.

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