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flag VA psychologists face burnout amid record staffing shortages, rising caseloads, and systemic challenges.

flag Psychologists at the Department of Veterans Affairs are facing widespread burnout amid severe staffing shortages, with over 4,400 critical vacancies reported in fiscal year 2025—57% of VA medical centers cite severe psychologist shortages, the highest in seven years. flag Despite the VA’s focus on mental health and suicide prevention, the number of psychologists dropped for the first time in over a decade, losing more than 200 positions. flag Former staff describe a shift from supportive mentorship to high-pressure, metrics-driven work, with caseloads increasing and burnout normalized. flag The agency continues to post hundreds of openings, but recruitment and retention remain major challenges as systemic pressures undermine care quality.

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