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Work-Related Stressors and Their Perceived Impact on Veterinary Work and Personal Life: A Multi-Country European
Marietta Máté1, Claire Helen Várnai1, László Ózsvári1
1Department of Veterinary Forensics and Economics, University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest, István Street 2, 1078 Budapest, Hungary.
Veterinarians experience significant work-related stress, with fatigue and emotional exhaustion being major concerns. Stressor perception varied across European countries, with Hungary reporting higher levels for certain factors.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Occupational Health
- Psychology
Background:
- Work-related stress is a significant issue in veterinary medicine, impacting professional performance, personal life, and overall well-being.
- Understanding the specific stressors and their effects is crucial for developing targeted support strategies for veterinarians.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe self-reported work-related stressors experienced by veterinarians in selected European countries.
- To investigate the perceived effects of these stressors on veterinarians' professional and personal lives.
Main Methods:
- An online questionnaire was administered to 724 veterinarians across Hungary, Finland, Sweden, Germany, Denmark, Estonia, and Norway between July 2021 and February 2022.
- The study assessed 16 distinct stressors, including fatigue, emotional exhaustion, burnout symptoms, fear of errors, client expectations, and negative online feedback.
- Statistical analysis involved one-way ANOVA and Pearson's χ² tests to compare mean scores.
Main Results:
- Fatigue and emotional exhaustion were identified as the most burdensome internal stressors, with the highest mean scores reported in Hungary and the lowest in Finland.
- Euthanasia-related stress was perceived as less intense in Finland and Sweden compared to Germany and Hungary.
- Younger and female veterinarians in Hungary reported heightened sensitivity to several stressors.
Conclusions:
- Work-related stress, particularly fatigue and emotional exhaustion, is a prevalent concern among European veterinarians, with notable variations across countries.
- Demographic factors, such as age and gender, may influence stressor perception in specific regions.
- The findings provide a descriptive overview of stressors and their impact, highlighting the need for further representative research.
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