What to do if your colleagues appear to be struggling

When it comes to helping colleagues who are undergoing mental health concerns, Renee Machel, cofounder of GetMotiVETed, recommended 3 methods that entail extending social support, understanding that everyone is different, and providing individuals with the resources and skills needed to feel empowered. In a dvm360^® interview, Machel delved into each strategy and highlighted the benefits of implementing this plan at your veterinary clinic.

"Understand that everyone is different. There isn't a blanket approach for managing and nurturing a relationship. So we have to figure out what works for that person [and] whether or not that person feels comfortable talking with us," Machel disclosed to dvm360^® staff.

She then emphasized that even if you are not close enough to the colleague to discuss what's going on with them, demonstrating that you care can go a long way.

"Maybe we don't have the relationship or the bond [with this person] to create a space where they feel safe and vulnerable to share," noted Machel. "So, we might talk with a friend or we might reapproach the situation a couple of weeks later, just so they know we genuinely care. Talking with people is really important."

To learn more, watch the full interview below.