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Mentor-Mentee relationship in Medicine: How to develop trust?
Khadijah Mukhtar1, Mahnoor Mukhtar2, Syed Abdullah Haider3
1Khadijah Mukhtar, University College of Medicine and Dentistry (UCMD), Lahore, Pakistan.
Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences
|December 5, 2024
Summary
Building trust in mentor-mentee relationships requires mutual respect, confidentiality, empathy, and effective communication. These factors are crucial for fostering personal and professional growth in mentees.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
- Organizational Behavior
Background:
- Mentor-mentee relationships are vital for personal and professional development.
- These partnerships involve guidance and support from experienced individuals to less experienced ones.
- Establishing trust is fundamental for the success of mentoring.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the key factors that strengthen mentor-mentee relationships.
- To identify specific qualities and traits essential for building trust in mentoring.
- To understand the mentee's perspective on effective mentoring dynamics.
Main Methods:
- A qualitative exploratory study design was employed.
- Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 10 mentees.
- Thematic analysis of interview data was performed to identify strengthening factors.
Main Results:
- Trust in mentor-mentee relationships is built upon several key elements.
- Essential factors include mutual respect, confidentiality, and empathy.
- Humbleness, hard work, and strong communication from both parties are critical.
Conclusions:
- Respect, confidentiality, empathy, humbleness, hard work, and good communication are vital for trust.
- These elements facilitate the mentee's personal and professional growth.
- Strengthening these aspects can enhance the overall effectiveness of mentoring relationships.
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