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The doctors are not all right

Today, Explained

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The Silent Crisis: Mental Health and Suicide in Medicine

This chapter explores the critical issue of mental illness among medical professionals, noting the disturbingly high suicide rates among doctors. It examines the barriers they face in seeking help, revealing that despite their medical knowledge, mental health challenges remain a pressing occupational hazard.

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