The prevalence of psychological distress and its association with coping strategies among medical interns in Malaysia: A national-level cross-sectional study.

Munirah IsmailKun Yun LeeAfandy Sutrisno TanjungIda Anum Ahmad JelaniRabiah Abdul LatiffHashimah Abdul RazakNor Izzah Ahmad Shauki

Published in: Asia-Pacific psychiatry : official journal of the Pacific Rim College of Psychiatrists (2020)

Medical internship is a highly grueling period. Besides emphasizing clinical competency, internship training should also impart the practice of healthy coping mechanisms. The vulnerable groups of females and younger interns should be taught positive coping skills so that they are empowered to handle any stressors on their personal and professional lives. Optimum psychological wellbeing of the medical interns can improve the overall work performance and quality of care for patients.

Keyphrases

healthcare
quality improvement
depressive symptoms
social support
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
primary care
palliative care
peritoneal dialysis
sleep quality
prognostic factors
risk factors
pain management
patient reported outcomes
physical activity