کد مقاله | کد نشریه | سال انتشار | مقاله انگلیسی | نسخه تمام متن |
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5731132 | 1611474 | 2017 | 5 صفحه PDF | دانلود رایگان |
BackgroundRecent resident suicides have highlighted the need to address depression among medical trainees. This study sought to identify the prevalence and predictors of depression among surgical residents.MethodsSurgical residents at a single institution were surveyed. Depression and personal traits were assessed using validated measures; participant demographics were also obtained.Results73 residents completed the survey (response rate 63%). 36% met criteria for at least mild depression, of which 20% met criteria for moderate to severe depression. In multivariate linear regression analyses controlling for demographic factors, trait emotional intelligence alone was a significant inverse predictor of depression (β = â0.60, p < 0.001).ConclusionsDepression is prevalent among general surgery residents. Identifying protective factors and at-risk populations may allow for effective initiatives to be developed to address depression, and optimize the mental health of trainees.
Journal: The American Journal of Surgery - Volume 213, Issue 2, February 2017, Pages 313-317