Monday Feb 16, 2026
EP 126: Why Nurses are the Most Unhealthy Medical Professionals.
"It is physiologically contraindicated for nurses to remain in practice"
Nurses Uncorked welcomes back Dr. Lorre Laws PhD, RN to the podcast. In this episode, Nurse Erica shares her personal journey as the primary caregiver for her mother with Alzheimer's Disease. This conversation delves into the impact of unintegrated trauma on nurses and the necessity for self-compassion to aid in recovery. The discussion highlights the silent epidemic of nurse-specific trauma and how it affects nurses' mental and physical health. The statistics reveal high rates of PTSD, depression, substance abuse, and suicide among nurses. The conversation emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of the nervous system and the importance of addressing personal and professional struggles faced by healthcare workers. The discussion also touches on trauma education lacking in nursing programs and asks the question - are nurses being traumatized to monetize?
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04:34 The Impact of Personal Trauma on Caregiving
11:48 Understanding Unintegrated Trauma in Nursing
34:35 The Need for Change in Nursing Education
45:16 Unpacking the Nurse Health Crisis: The Four S's
48:44 Nurse-Specific Trauma and Why Nurses are the Sickest Profession
58:12 Pathways to Healing: Addressing Trauma in Nursing
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