The Hidden Cost of Masking in Veterinary Professionals
A webinar and conference aim to address the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in the veterinary industry.
The veterinary profession often demands a high level of emotional resilience and adaptability from its professionals. However, for many neurodivergent individuals, meeting these expectations can be a significant challenge.
Neurodivergent professionals often feel forced to hide their true selves through a process known as "masking." Masking can help individuals stay employed and avoid judgment, but it can also come at a significant cost. A webinar led by Ron Sosa, CVPM, CCFP, PgD-CLD, aims to explore the reasons behind this phenomenon and how it affects mental health.
The webinar, titled "The Hidden Cost of Masking: Neurodiversity, Mental Health, and Being Unseen," will delve into the ways in which the veterinary industry can redesign teams to be supportive and safe spaces where everyone can thrive.
In addition to the webinar, the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) is also hosting a conference called HiVE West. This event is designed to inspire veterinary team members to thrive in both their professional careers and personal lives. HiVE West will take place in Phoenix, Arizona, on October 24 and 25.
## Redesigning Teams for Neurodivergent Professionals
The NAVC's efforts to address the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in the veterinary industry are a step in the right direction. By creating a supportive and safe environment, the industry can help neurodivergent professionals feel more comfortable being themselves.
## Building Skills and Community
HiVE West is a specialized CE event that aims to build real-world skills, mentorships, and community-building activities for veterinary nurses, technicians, and practice managers. The event is designed to help participants return to their practices with a renewed sense of ambition and skills that will enhance the way their practice functions and feels.
| Event | Date | Registration | | --- | --- | --- | | The Hidden Cost of Masking | 9/9 | Register for CE credit | | HiVE West | 10/24-25 | $99-$174 |
The NAVC's efforts to address the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in the veterinary industry are a step in the right direction. By creating a supportive and safe environment, the industry can help neurodivergent professionals feel more comfortable being themselves.
