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Violence towards doctors: prevalence and effects.

M A Zahid1, K S al-Sahlawi, A A Shahid

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, Kuwait University, Safat.

Hospital Medicine (London, England : 1998)
|September 24, 1999
PubMed
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Violence against doctors is a serious issue. This study quantifies the rates, severity, and psychological effects of workplace violence experienced by general hospital physicians.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical sociology
  • Occupational health
  • Healthcare management

Background:

  • Violence against healthcare professionals is a recognized problem.
  • Quantifying the impact of this violence, particularly psychological sequelae, remains challenging.
  • Understanding the scope of violence is crucial for developing effective interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To measure the incidence and severity of violence experienced by doctors in a general hospital setting.
  • To determine the psychological effects of such violence on physicians.
  • To provide data for improving safety protocols and support systems for medical staff.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional survey administered to physicians at a general hospital.
  • Data collection on types of violence, frequency, perpetrator, and perceived severity.

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  • Assessment of psychological impact using validated scales for distress and trauma.

    • Main Results:

    • High rates of reported violence against doctors were observed.
    • Significant correlation found between violence exposure and psychological distress.
    • Severity of violence directly impacted the intensity of psychological sequelae.

    Conclusions:

    • Workplace violence poses a significant threat to the well-being of doctors.
    • Quantifiable data on violence rates and psychological effects are essential for targeted interventions.
    • Hospitals must implement robust strategies to prevent violence and support affected physicians.