ArticleThe South African journal of psychiatry : SAJP : the journal of the Society of Psychiatrists of South Africa2020
Resilience and coping strategies of undergraduate medical students at the University of the Free State.
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Abstract
backgroundMedical studies place students at risk for burnout. Resilience enables students to cope with adversity. Students' coping skills will ensure the well-being of future healthcare professisonals.
objectivesThis study investigated resilience and coping among undergraduate medical students.
settingUndergraduate students at the University of the Free State medical school.
methodsA cross-sectional study was performed. Quantitative data regarding resilience (Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale), coping strategies (Brief COPE questionnaire) and relevant information were collected by means of an anonymous self-administered questionnaire.
resultsFive hundred students (pre-clinical
conclusionAssociations between resilience scores and year of study, gender, ethnicity, levels and type of stress varied. Academic pressure was a major source of stress. Adaptive coping strategies were associated with higher resilience scores.
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