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Illinois lawyers report mental health struggles in new study

Original: Study: IL lawyers report mental health challenges, substance abuse, suicide ideation

A new study in Illinois finds that lawyers in the state report high rates of mental health challenges, substance abuse and suicidal thoughts. The findings point to widespread wellbeing problems within the legal profession, with attorneys disclosing struggles that often go unaddressed. The results are likely to renew calls for better support services and reduced stigma around seeking help in the legal field.

Why now: The study's findings on mental health, substance abuse and suicide ideation among lawyers are newly published and striking.

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