The Moral Distress Education Project
A self-guided web documentary featuring interviews with multidisciplinary experts on moral distress.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Mental Health America: Frontline Healthcare Workers
Links to training and resources to help healthcare workers cope with the demands of difficult work and long hours.
National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI)
Information on when to reach out, links to resources, resilience-building tools, and support for loved ones.
Stories from your peers.
The Emotional PPE Project
The Emotional PPE Project connects healthcare workers in need with licensed mental health professionals who can help.
The Joint Commission
A set of recommendations for building workplaces that foster resilience.
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
Safety and Health Information for Healthcare Workers
The National Academy of Medicine (NAM)
Evidence-based strategies to improve clinician well-being at both the individual and systems levels.
The American Medical Association (AMA)
Guidance and targeted solutions to support physician wellness.
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