Some Law Students Not Seeking Help For Drug, Alcohol, And Depression Problems, Study Suggests

Bloomberg News (1/9, Kitroeff) reported that research indicates that “some of America’s future lawyers are hiding drug, alcohol, and depression problems instead of seeking help.” Researchers came to this conclusion after surveying “more than 3,300 law students…about their drinking, drug use, and mental health.” These individuals “may be afraid to report the problems because they think that doing so would jeopardize their chances of being admitted to the bar or getting a good job after graduating, according to the” research (pdf), which was published in the Bar Examiner.

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— “Study: Future Lawyers Are Hiding Depression and Drug and Alcohol Use,” Natalie Kitroeff, Bloomberg News, January 8, 2016.

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