The aim of this review is to systematically review studies on work-related stress that may affect the mental health of veterinarians. Studies have indicated a high prevalence of various risk factors for mental disorders among practicing veterinarians. In addition to a high risk of suicide, there is increasing evidence of burnout and depression. A scoping review was conducted using the PubMed, MEDLINE, Scopus, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, PubPsych and PSYNDEX databases. Twenty-one studies (plus seven studies with nonstandardized questionnaires) published between 2000 and 2021 were found that presented data on the effect of workload on the mental wellbeing of veterinarians. All of the included studies indicate a high prevalence of psychological stressors in veterinary practice. The risks of burnout, anxiety and depressive disorders are higher in this occupational group than in the general population and other occupational groups. Subjectively, female veterinarians perceive their psychological workload to be higher than that of their male counterparts. Working hours and ethical dilemmas stand out as major sources of stress. There is a need to improve overall psychological wellbeing of veterinarians. Organizational support services and developing personal strategies for coping with work-related stress can prove helpful.

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兽医的压力和紧张：范围审查

本次审查的目的是系统审查可能影响兽医心理健康的工作相关压力的研究。研究表明，在执业兽医中，精神障碍的各种危险因素普遍存在。除了自杀的高风险外，越来越多的证据表明倦怠和抑郁。使用 PubMed、MEDLINE、Scopus、Cochrane 图书馆、Web of Science、PubPsych 和 PSYNDEX 数据库进行了范围界定审查。发现 2000 年至 2021 年间发表的 21 项研究（外加 7 项非标准化问卷研究）提供了工作量对兽医心理健康影响的数据。所有纳入的研究表明，兽医实践中心理压力源的普遍存在。倦怠的风险，这一职业群体的焦虑症和抑郁症发病率高于普通人群和其他职业群体。主观上，女性兽医认为她们的心理工作量高于男性同行。工作时间和道德困境是压力的主要来源。有必要改善兽医的整体心理健康。组织支持服务和制定应对工作相关压力的个人策略可能会有所帮助。有必要改善兽医的整体心理健康。组织支持服务和制定应对工作相关压力的个人策略可能会有所帮助。有必要改善兽医的整体心理健康。组织支持服务和制定应对工作相关压力的个人策略可能会有所帮助。