Stress and Coping Strategies in Indian Anaesthesiologists
Author Information
Author(s): Shidhaye RV, Divekar DS, Dhulkhed VK, Goel Gaurav, Gupta Arunkumar, Shidhaye Rahul
Primary Institution: Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences, Loni, India
Hypothesis
What are the stressors and coping strategies for stress in Indian anaesthesiologists?
Conclusion
The study identified key stressors for Indian anaesthesiologists and suggested coping strategies to improve job satisfaction.
Supporting Evidence
- 34% of respondents reported time constraints as a major stressor.
- 24% indicated medicolegal concerns as a source of stress.
- 22% reported interference with home life as a stressor.
- 39% discussed stress with their partner as a coping strategy.
- 31% discussed stress with colleagues.
Takeaway
Anaesthesiologists in India face stress from time constraints and medicolegal concerns, but they can cope by discussing issues with colleagues and partners.
Methodology
A confidential survey was conducted with 200 anaesthesiologists at conferences, with a 96% response rate.
Potential Biases
The study may not include anaesthesiologists who do not attend conferences, potentially skewing results.
Limitations
The sample size was relatively small and may not represent all anaesthesiologists in India.
Participant Demographics
192 respondents (54% males, 46% females; 76% juniors, 24% seniors).
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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