What does it mean to be happy, or at least ‘sort of happy’, in law school? What factors do law students have to consider as they navigate what is perceived to be one of the most stressful fields to study and practice? Tune in to hear Annie Swift, a second-year law student at the University of New Mexico and the student representative for the New Mexico State Bar Wellbeing Committee, interview Dr. Katie Young, PhD, J.D., and professor of sociology at UM Amherst. Dr. Young will discuss the findings in her book "How to be (Sort Of) Happy in Law School" as well as illuminating mental, emotional, and physical stressors that law students face.
Presented by:
Annie Swift, second-year law student at the University of New Mexico and the student representative for the New Mexico Well-Being Committee; Dr. Katie Young, PhD, J.D., and professor of sociology at UM Amherst.
Thank you for listening! This episode was produced by the State Bar of New Mexico’s Well-Being Committee and the New Mexico Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program. All editing and sound mixing was done by BlueSky eLearn. Intro music is by Gil Flores. The views of the presenters are that of their own and are not endorsed by the State Bar of New Mexico. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment or legal advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.