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Jasmine B MacDonald1,2, Gene Hodgins2, Anthony J Saliba2
1Discipline of Psychology, 5376RMIT University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Trauma, Violence & Abuse
|May 17, 2021
Summary
Journalists experiencing trauma, threats, and reduced social support face higher risks of depressive symptoms. Further research is needed on specific depressive disorders in this population.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Psychiatry
- Journalism Studies
Background:
- Mental health research on journalists often prioritizes trauma and PTSD.
- Occupational factors contributing to depressive symptoms in journalists require further investigation.
Conclusions:
- Trauma, threats, and social/educational deficits are key risk factors for depressive symptoms in journalists.
- Further research should explore the prevalence and experiences of specific depressive disorders among journalists.
- Future studies should address theoretical and methodological limitations in current research.
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