Self Care and Secondary Trauma for Providers

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This webpage describes how healthcare providers can take care of themselves while helping others, especially when they feel stress or sadness from their work. It explains what secondary trauma is and why it is important to notice its signs. The article gives tips for self-care, like talking to others, taking breaks, and practicing healthy habits. It also shares resources where providers can find more help and support if they need it.

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Focus Area: Mental Health

Audience: Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Anxiety; Burnout, Professional; Depression; Health Personnel; Mental Health; Self Care; Stress, Psychological; Pediatricians

Institutions: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

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