Despite being in a remunerative and prestigious profession, lawyers often fall victim of depression. According to a 2014 pool, “52 percent of practicing lawyers describe themselves as dissatisfied. Read the Blog
Why Do Lawyers Fall Victim to Depression
Dallas DA Sets Ethical Example with Depression Treatment
The website, Law360 reports: “When Dallas County’s district attorney took a leave of absence to treat serious depression — a problem that affects attorneys in disproportionate numbers to the general population — she faced calls for resignation, but experts say getting treatment and ensuring that any clients are taken care of is the ethical thing to do.” Read the News
Did You Know That Lawyers Suffer From Depression More Often Than the General Public?
The idea that lawyers shouldn’t have problems increases the sense of isolation for those suffering from this debilitating disorder. People with depression often feel emotionally numb, empty and completely alone, even when surrounded by other people. Many lawyers who struggle with depression suffer in silence so as not to appear weak to colleagues. The Washington D.C. Bar offers help. Read the Blog
7 Strategies Lawyers Can Use to Overcome Work Pressure
Great tips for lawyers who want to keep the kettle of stress from boiling over. Read the Blog
How to Be a Happy Lawyer
Is it possible to be a happy and successful lawyer? Yup. Read the Blog
From the Career Files: Finding YOur Passion in the Law
Passion is a matter of perspective in, out and above the law. This blog focuses on lawyers who have found their passion IN the law. Read the Blog
First Steps for Disillusioned Lawyers
You are not alone in your discontent with law practice. Lawyers continue to ask whether other work, either in law or another field, would better suit their interests and improve their quality of life. Here are some tips from career coach Edward Honnnold about steps you can take now to make changes. Read the Blog
New ABA Book Leads Lawyers to Less Stress Through Yoga
The legal profession can be extraordinarily stressful. Lawyers need techniques to dial down pain, worry and stress, and now an American Bar Association book helps them to do so through yoga. Read the News
How Woman Lawyers Can Manage Stress and Find Balance
Women struggle to find balance between the demands of being a lawyer and time not only taking care of their family, but themselves. Read the Blog
Why The Super-Successful Get Depressed
Whether the Auber-successful – the CEOs, the founders, the innovators – are more or less prone to depression than the average person is a tricky and fascinating, not to mention controversial, question. Read the News
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