| Coping with cancer: a brief report on stress and coping strategies in medical students dealing with cancer patients. | |
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PMID: 20878845 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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Background: This pilot study explored factors associated with stress in medical students during their initial clinical contact with cancer patients, in particular identifying stress levels and coping strategies used. Methods: A total of 80 medical students at The University of Birmingham Medical School, UK, completed retrospective self-report questionnaires measuring socio-demographics, potential stressors and coping strategies (using the Brief COPE inventory). Statistical analysis followed data collection. Findings: Of all socio-demographic categories, female gender correlated with the highest stress score (p<0.05). The most stressful situations reported related to the patient's condition, the biopsychosocial effects of the cancer on the patient and his/her family, and breaking bad news. A combination of problem- and emotion-focussed strategies were used to manage stress; and the extent of their usage was significantly related to individual stress levels (p<0.01) in both instances. Interpretation: Medical students in an oncology setting experience moderate stress and utilise a combination of problem- and emotion-focussed coping strategies to combat this stress. A greater use of both coping strategies was seen in students experiencing higher levels of stress. This may suggest a relative lack of effective coping skills. In light of this, the implementation of coping strategy training as a part of the medical course and/or support groups may be beneficial. Copyright © 2010 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. |
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Francesca M E Jones; Jodie L Fellows; David J de L Horne |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: Psycho-oncology Volume: 20 ISSN: 1099-1611 ISO Abbreviation: Psychooncology Publication Date: 2011 Feb |
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Created Date: 2011-01-28 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 9214524 Medline TA: Psychooncology Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 219-23 Citation Subset: IM |
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Copyright © 2010 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. |
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Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Gloucestershire, UK. Francescamary.jones@nhs.net. |
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