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1PhD Student and Research Technician, Arizona State University, Phoenix, AZ, USA.
Abstract:
Impostor phenomenon was first described by Clance and Imes in 1978 as the disbelief of own person's capacities and skills in overachieving women. Since then, studies have focused on causes and characteristics of such self-perception. This negative thought impedes professionals to achieve full potential of their abilities, triggering a series of unpleasant reactions like anxiety or poor patient outcome. This concept analysis aims to provide better understanding of the impostor phenomenon and its impact on the nursing profession. Further it may raise awareness to help promote interventions oriented toward overcoming feelings of fraudulence that help in achieving the full potential of individuals' skills.
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