Mental Wellbeing and Positive Psychology for Veterinary Professionals A Pre-emptive, Proactive and Solution-based Approach

Readers will also find:

• A thorough introduction to effective strategies for dealing with the difficulties of the veterinary professions, including mindfulness, empathy, and emotional intelligence
• Comprehensive explorations of meditation, including body scan meditation, breath meditation, imagery, and mini-meditations
• Practical discussions of specific challenges faced by veterinary practitioners, including moral injury, client complaints, burnout, imposter syndrome, and a loss of confidence
• Fulsome case studies, including a veterinary nurse’s journey to mental wellbeing

Table of Contents:

Part 1: Strategies

1. Mindfulness

2. Emotional Intelligence

3. Empathy

4. Acceptance and Proactivity

5. Secular Buddhism & Positive Psychology

Part 2: How to Meditate

1. Meditation Basics

2. Dealing with Emotions

3. Guided Imagery & Symbolic Exercises

Part 3: Challenges and Solutions

1. Mental Health Issues

2. Workplace Stressors

3. Personal Struggles

4. Emotional Regulation

5. Crisis and Recovery

Part 4: Therapy Approaches

1. Overview of CBT, REBT, MBSR, and ACT.

2. Animal-assisted therapies, communication, and respect in teams.

Part 5: Case Studies

1. Real-life counseling examples

Part 6: Positive Psychology and Resilience

1. Gratitude, kindness, optimism, and pride practices.

2. Self-compassion, positive relationships, and accomplishments.

3. Learning from pets, exercise, and healthy routines.

4. Mindful language, intentions, and eating practices.

Index