Have you studied long and hard or witnessed someone in the thick of it? Then you’ll know how stressful it can be. But what if it was so psychologically damaging that it turned you off the career you had longed for? That’s what happened to veterinary student Claire Bensted.<br /><br /><i>"I didn't realise that I was going to struggle with mental health during the degree. I thought that was a problem for later Claire.” </i><br /><br />And she’s not alone. Vets are clever, compassionate people. Given the score and years of study required to become one, many are driven perfectionists too. These are great qualities for future animal patients, but high personal expectations can bring stress. In a profession littered with confronting moments – from the classroom to the clinic – what needs to change too make sure it doesn’t become too much to bear?<br /><br />Sick As A Dog investigates an industry in crisis – uncovering issues and seeking solutions. As community members, pet owners, meat eaters and wildlife lovers these issues affect us all. Discover how we can all be part of the change. <br /><br />REMINDER: Take care when listening. If you or anyone you know needs help, please reach out. In Australia you can contact Lifeline by phone on 13 11 14 (24/7); Lifeline via text on 0477 13 11 14 (24/7); Suicide Callback Service 1300 659 467. <br /><br />GET IN TOUCH <br /><br />This is a PodTalk independent production. To get in touch, please email <a href="https://podtalk.com.au" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">[email protected]</a> or to find more information <a href="http://www.sickasadogpodcast.com.au" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.sickasadogpodcast.com.au</a> <br /><br />CREDITS <br /><br />Host: Caroline Winter <br /><br />With thanks to:<br />Professor Wayne Hein, former Dean of Roseworthy at Adelaide University and head of the School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences<br />Claire Bensted – vet student Adelaide University<br />Angelique Cahill – vet student Adelaide University<br />Teagan van Gaans – vet student Adelaide University<br />Rory Speirs – vet student Adelaide University <i> </i><br /><br />ADDITIONAL RESOURCES <br /><br />The University of Adelaide <a href="https://set.adelaide.edu.au/animal-veterinary-sciences/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">School of Veterinary Science</a><br />Charles Sturt University’s <a href="https://news.csu.edu.au/latest-news/agricultural-science/animal-and-veterinary-science/how-one-vet-school-prepares-students-for-a-life-in-animal-care" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Odyssey Program</a><br />The Australian Veterinary Association <a href="https://www.ava.com.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ava.com.au</a><br />Sophie’s Legacy Sophie’s Legacy <a href="https://sophieslegacy.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">sophieslegacy.com</a> <br /><br />Transcript <a href="https://otter.ai/u/Q-fZShwrH8exglBYdlKcXvUOPn0?utm_source=copy_url" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Episode 6 Back to the Beginning</a><br /><br />Subscribe and listen wherever you get your podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sick-as-a-dog/id1675843578" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Apple Podcasts</a> | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6FYsxxQmrckLYRxmjDsNfU" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Spotify</a> | <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3ByZWFrZXIuY29tL3Nob3cvNTgwNTE1Ny9lcGlzb2Rlcy9mZWVk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Google Podcasts</a> | <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/53-sick-as-a-dog-110005314/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">iHeart</a> | <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/sick-as-a-dog" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Spreaker</a> | <a href="https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sick-as-a-dog-5174424" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Podchaser</a>
