A guard leans in and asks while you’re reviewing med orders on the correctional unit.
You glance at the chart. Bupropion 150 mg. That’s it.
But in here, that’s not “bupropion.”
It’s contraband. Currency. A known favorite on the prison barter circuit.

Dr. Lorenzo Norris breaks down six key drivers of clinician burnout—such as workload, lack of autonomy, and moral injury—and explains how they erode engagement and well-being. He offers practical strategies to restore meaning in our work, prevent attrition, and build a more resilient, healthier workforce.