Poll Results: Mental Health Clinicians at the Holidays

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Key Takeaways

The survey highlighted diverse opinions on the holiday season, revealing both positive and negative experiences among mental health professionals.
Respondents discussed the impact of the holidays on mental health, professional responsibilities, and personal lives, emphasizing the complexity of emotions.
The findings underscored the challenges faced by mental health professionals during the holidays, including stress management and maintaining well-being.
The survey provided a platform for readers to share insights and strategies for coping with holiday-related pressures.

How do your fellow clinicians feel about the holidays? Are they feeling the effects of burnout heading into 2025? Find out here.

Earlier this month, we asked the readers of Psychiatric Times a few questions related to the holidays. Here's how you all answered...

Question: Are you seeing patients over the holidays?

Approximately 63.3% said "Yes," 26.7% said "No," and 10% said "I'm considering it."

Question: Do you feel burnt out as the holidays approach?

Approximately 52.2% said "Yes, definitely"; 37% said "Yes, a little"; 8.7% said "No, not really"; and 2.2% said "No, not at all."

Question: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

Approximately 42.5% said "Time off," 40% said "Spending time with friends and family," 10% said "Preparing for the New Year," and 7.5% said "Something else."