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Stress in residency: reality or myth?
Karen M Schneider1, Manju Monga, Anthony J Kerrigan
1Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, University of Texas Houston Medical School, Houston 77030, USA.
American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
|May 17, 2002
Summary
Occupational stress is common among obstetrics and gynecology residents, but it does not vary by training year or season. Coping skills were also found to be consistent across training levels.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Occupational Health
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Obstetrics and gynecology residency programs are demanding.
- Understanding occupational stress is crucial for resident well-being and program improvement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess occupational stress levels in obstetrics and gynecology residents.
- To investigate differences in stress based on training year.
- To examine seasonal variations in resident stress.
Main Methods:
- The Occupational Stress Inventory was administered to 44 residents.
- A subgroup of 24 residents completed the inventory across three time points (September, January, May).
- Statistical analyses included Kruskal-Wallis and repeated-measures ANOVA.
Main Results:
- A significant proportion of residents reported high occupational stress.
- No significant differences in occupational stress or adjustment were found between training years.
- No significant seasonal variations in stress levels were observed throughout the academic year.
Conclusions:
- Occupational stress is prevalent in obstetrics and gynecology residents.
- Training year and season do not significantly impact stress levels or coping skills.
- Further research may explore targeted interventions for resident well-being.