Mental health stigma remains a significant barrier in the legal profession, making it difficult for lawyers to seek help despite growing awareness. In this article Jamie Kelly explores the unique challenges faced by lawyers, the cultural and systemic barriers to mental health support, and practical strategies to foster a supportive work environment.
Mental health stigma remains a significant barrier in the legal profession, making it difficult for lawyers to seek help despite growing awareness. In this article Jamie Kelly explores the unique challenges faced by lawyers, the cultural and systemic barriers to mental health support, and practical strategies to foster a supportive work environment.
This World Mental Health Day (10 October), LawCare is highlighting the importance of mental health in the workplace, focusing on how relationships with colleagues and workplace culture affect wellbeing.
This week on Tuesday it was World Suicide Prevention Day to encourage people to talk about their feelings, support one another and raise awareness of suicide prevention. This year, it is crucial to raise awareness as the number of suicides has been recorded as the highest on record since 1999. In this article Emma Piorkowska of Oakwood Solicitors highlights the latest campaign and provides information of services that can be accessed for support.
Supporting World Mental Health Day As we approach World Mental Health Day on 10th October, Chronicle Law is focusing on mental health in the legal profession. We’ll be sharing articles on key mental health topics, highlighting issues that impact both legal professionals and the broader community. Teaming up with Y Therapy, LawCare, Dr Catherine Sykes […]
Vicarious trauma occurs when people are indirectly exposed to trauma through their work with those who have experienced traumatic events.
In this article, LawCare provide an in-depth look at vicarious trauma and offers a free webinar in September 2024.
Workplace stress is a common issue impacting our health and well-being.
Dr Catherine Sykes, a respected psychologist, explores the signs of work-related stress and offers practical advice on managing it.
This article highlights the importance of early intervention and differentiates between stress and anxiety, providing valuable strategies to help individuals cope and thrive professionally.
Imposter syndrome can affect even the most high-achieving people – and there are even suggestions that it’s more likely when you experience success in your life. We spoke to highly esteemed coaching psychologist Dr Catherine Sykes, who frequently sees CEOs and partners at law firms with imposter syndrome.
Procrastination is a familiar struggle for many, where delaying tasks often leads to increased stress. This article explores the two types of procrastination (active and passive) and looks into the psychological roots behind this behaviour.
Most lawyers experience some degree of burnout at one point in their career.
So, why are lawyers susceptible to burnout?
The founder of Chronicle Law, Brett Shaw, has written a guide on nurturing Mental Health in the Legal Sector
Lawyers often find themselves navigating high-pressure environments, juggling demanding workloads, and striving for perfection in their profession. However, these challenges come at a cost, with burnout emerging as a prevalent issue in the legal field. From the competitive nature of law school to the long, unsociable working hours and the common traits among lawyers, various factors contribute to the heightened risk of burnout in this profession.
Learn about the impact of vicarious trauma on lawyers and discover practical strategies for developing psychological resilience at work. Get tangible tips from Jamie Kelly at YTherapy on integrating physical activity for improved mental health.
Discover the profound link between movement and mental health. Dive into neuroscience to understand how awareness of our body’s signals can regulate stress and anxiety. Claire Jacques, Champion at LawCare, provides practical tips to integrate mindful movement into your daily routine for improved well-being.
Dr Catherine Sykes writes about how lawyers can navigate the delicate balance between their demanding careers and personal relationships, providing insights into effective communication and stress management strategies tailored to the unique challenges faced by legal professionals.
The team at eAlliance Learning Technology has released a new programme of specialist online courses to support those trying to implement cultural change and raise awareness of the causes behind mental health.
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