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Compassion Fatigue is a collection of manifested physical and psychological symptoms present in those working under incessant stress in combination with a lack of support and resources within the work environment. Compassion Fatigue is the felt response to emotional and psychological hurt, and can negatively impact an individual’s physical and mental wellbeing as well as compromise quality of animal care. In this webinar, we will present information on Compassion Fatigue and Moral Distress as well as provide some understanding of important concepts that are useful when developing strategies, tools and resources to help you address Compassion Fatigue.
Dr Rebekah Scotney
Rebekah graduated from The University of Queensland Gatton Campus in 1993, taking her first position within the School of Veterinary Science shortly thereafter. Rebekah is an experienced Veterinary Technical Officer, and the first qualified Veterinary Nurse to hold a PhD in the Veterinary Sciences in Australia. Specialising in occupational trauma and compassion fatigue, Rebekah is a passionate researcher and educator focusing on the psychology of human – animal relationships. She is currently supervising several postgraduate students through their Research Higher Degree pursuits. With a strong background in animal husbandry and welfare, behaviour, and ethics, and more than 25 years’ experience in varied animal and veterinary research and teaching paradigms, Rebekah has a passion for teaching, and a commitment to instil a desire in people to embrace life-long learning.
Having lived experience of occupational trauma and compassion fatigue, Rebekah presents extensively in this subject area as well as in psychological wellbeing and emotional intelligence across all sectors of animal-related industries and occupations. She is highly regarded in her field, particularly for her leadership and mentoring expertise.