Doctors’ Day is Thursday, March 30, 2023. This day recognizes the role doctors play in the physical, mental, and spiritual healing of people in need. While this work is immensely rewarding, it may also take a toll on the physician’s own wellbeing. Working daily with those who are struggling with difficult life situations may leave…
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What is Compassion Fatigue? This week on OnTopic with Empathia, host Kelly Parbs introduces herself and her guest, psychotherapist and author Philip Chard, to explain just how Compassion Fatigue begins to affect caregivers in all walks of life, both personal and professional, and reveal a few ways you can identify susceptibility and avoid what he…
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According to the CDC, deaths from alcohol abuse in the general population have risen over 26% since the onset of the COVID pandemic. The highest mortality was among middle-aged men (55 to 64). For physicians, the data is less clear. A systematic study published in JAMA Network Open in late 2022 suggests that “problematic alcohol…
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Providing employees with effective feedback is a skill that is learned over time. Good feedback is clear, constructive, and focuses on helping the person “fall forward” and grow from mistakes. There are three types of feedback: Positive: Offers praise and encouragement Neutral: Provides facts and information Remedial: Corrects mistakes and provides performance improvement tips Constructive…
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Does your “to-do” list seem endless? A busy schedule may make it difficult to create space for self-care. Making time to rest and regroup is essential to your physical and emotional wellbeing. The benefits include: Increased stress management Stronger immune system Higher energy levels These tips may help you prioritize self-care: Define self-care. Only you…
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Chronic pain, which is defined as pain that is persistent and ongoing, may make it difficult to perform normal activities. It may also affect relationships and hamper job performance. Some people may develop chronic intermittent pain, which is pain that may flare up for a period of time and then subside. Chronic pain typically comes…
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Empathia is Attending the 2023 NASPA Conference If you’re representing your college or university at the upcoming NASPA Conference, we look forward to seeing you there! Our representatives will be at the event to discuss your organization’s needs for student wellbeing and crisis management. Learn about our expansive service offerings for higher education while attending…
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Navigating Leadership Channels through a Crisis: Helpful Tips Please join us for this free live webinar provided by Empathia’s Black Swan Solutions. During a crisis, effective emergency management requires the coordination and cooperation of leaders at all levels of an organization. This webinar will focus on the role of emergency managers in navigating these channels…
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It seems like there’s more violence portrayed in our entertainment consumption than ever before – but is that really true? Rick continues his conversation with Crisis Management expert Bob VandePol to talk about the influence that movies, television, video games, and the almighty internet have on children’s development in regards to portrayed violence, from both…
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How do you talk to kids about violence? In this inaugural episode of OnTopic with Empathia, Rick Hoaglund introduces himself and his guest, Crisis Management expert Bob VandePol, to talk about one of the most difficult challenges of parenting – having honest conversations with your kids about just how dangerous the world around them can…
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