Psychological Well-being of Medical Students

Background

Training in medicine is emotionally demanding. Psychological well being of medical students is a matter of concern. There is lack of Indian studies in this area.

Methods

A total of 105 medical student of one batch were assessed utilizing psychophysiological state inventory, Institute for personality and ability testing (IPAT) anxiety and depression scale, achievement motivation scale, scale for locus of control and 16 PF in three phases at one-year intervals.

Result

Majority of the students had average achievement, motivation and adaptability. Anxiety and depression scores fell within normal limits. In personality profile factor ‘B’, ‘M’ and ‘Q4₁’ had changed significantly. Achievement motivation showed significant decreases and CSS1 and PO1 scores showed significant increase during the years of medical education.

Conclusion

The results demonstrate that over satisfaction and relaxed attitude may have poor academic outcome.Key Words: Psychological well-being, Anxiety, Depression, Achievement motivation