Veterinary Medical Student Well-being: Depression, Stress, and Personal Relationships

Autor: G. Cole Ratcliffe, McArthur Hafen, Bonnie R. Rush
Rok vydání: 2013
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Zdroj: Journal of Veterinary Medical Education. 40:296-302
ISSN: 1943-7218
0748-321X
Popis: Existing research consistently connects higher relationship satisfaction with improved psychological and physical functioning. Investigations focusing on relational satisfaction within veterinary medicine have been sparse. This study evaluated 240 veterinary medical students at Kansas State University. Results indicate that students within higher-functioning relationships are more likely to report fewer depressive symptoms, lower stress associated with balancing their school and home lives, less relationship conflict, better physical health, and improved ability to cope with academic expectations, while at the same time experiencing more stress from being behind in studies. Based on these findings, Colleges of Veterinary Medicine (CVMs) are encouraged to institute policies and programs which foster relationship-building for students.
Databáze: OpenAIRE