Trauma, stress and burnout among judges and magistrates could put the whole legal system at risk
- Written by Kevin O’Sullivan, Associate Professor, School of Law, The University of Western Australia
Society needs efficient and well-functioning courts. In practice, that means we need judges and magistrates in good mental health.
However, a growing body of research shows these judicial officers are living with very concerning levels of stress and trauma.
A growing body of research
This is a worldwide problem.
One 2025 New Zealand study reported...
