Moral distress and COVID-19: how to recognize and cope with it
May 8, 2020 Joule
In times of crisis, physicians can face challenging situations and difficult decisions that can lead to moral distress. This article highlights the Canadian Medical Protective Association’s podcast with psychiatrist Dr. Caroline Gérin-Lajoie where she describes moral distress, how to recognize when someone is experiencing moral distress and how to reduce its impact.
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COVID-19 wellness resources Stress Peer support Burnout Self-care Depression
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