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Suicide Prevention
Research Supports the Need to Focus on Well-Being in the Legal Profession
Alcohol
21-36% qualify as problem drinkers. Higher for men; under 30; private practice and solo practitioners.
Depression
28% report mild or higher depression symptoms. Highest for men and solo practitioners.
Stress
23% report mild or higher stress symptoms. Highest for women and solo practitioners.
Anxiety
19% report mild or higher anxiety symptoms. Highest for women and solo practitioners.
Suicide
11% of lawyers have had suicidal thoughts at some point in their career