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Does self-regulation capacity predict psychological well-being in physicians?
Christopher R Simon1, Natalie Durand-Bush
1a Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Human Kinetics , University of Ottawa , Ottawa , Canada.
Psychology, Health & Medicine
|July 16, 2014
Summary
Physician self-regulation capacity significantly predicts psychological well-being. Effective self-management aids physicians in maintaining purpose and environmental mastery, crucial for well-being amid demanding work environments.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Psychology
- Physician Health
Background:
- Physician well-being research is increasing, yet factors influencing individual optimal functioning remain unclear.
- Self-regulation, the management of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, is a potential factor in physician well-being.
- Increasing demands in healthcare settings necessitate understanding factors that support physician resilience.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the predictive relationship between self-regulation capacity and psychological well-being in Canadian physicians.
- To determine if self-regulation skills can explain variations in physicians' optimal functioning.
- To explore the specific dimensions of psychological well-being influenced by self-regulation.
Main Methods:
- A sample of 132 Canadian physicians participated in the study.
- Participants completed the Scales of Psychological Well-Being and the short form of the Self-Regulation Questionnaire.
- Regression analyses were employed to assess the predictive power of self-regulation on well-being.
Main Results:
- Self-regulation capacity was found to significantly explain a substantial amount of variance in psychological well-being.
- A strong association was observed between self-regulation and the dimensions of purpose in life and environmental mastery.
- Physicians with higher self-regulation abilities appear better equipped to maintain life purpose and manage their work environment.
Conclusions:
- Self-regulation capacity is a significant predictor of psychological well-being among physicians.
- Enhanced self-management skills may be vital for physicians to sustain purpose and balance in demanding professional contexts.
- Understanding and fostering self-regulation can contribute to improved physician well-being and resilience in contemporary healthcare.
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