
Feature|Articles|January 29, 2026
Work Pressure Continues to Impact Pharmacists’ Suicide Risk, Mental Health
Author(s)Brian Nowosielski
As pharmacists continue to take on greater clinical roles, the growing need to address mental health concerns is reaching a boiling point.
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According to a study published in the American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy (AJHP), pharmacists are 21% more likely to die by suicide than individuals in the general population.1 With these suicide trends stemming from a plethora of industry concerns—from the COVID-19 pandemic to current pressures and stigmas—the need for increased suicide awareness and prevention is crucial for pharmacists and technicians across the globe.
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