Profiling health professionals’ personality traits, behaviour styles and emotional intelligence: a systematic review

Louwen, Chanelle; Reidlinger, Dianne P.; Milne, Nikki

doi:10.1186/s12909-023-04003-y

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“…Specifically, the personality traits of “neuroticism” and “conscientiousness” were associated with a lower level of mental health. While the diversity of measures used in the literature complicates direct comparisons, these elements are crucial for comprehending and enhancing self-awareness and coping strategies ( Louwen et al, 2023 ). Limited research has explored this subject, particularly among residents.…”

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Occupational, academic, and personal determinants of wellbeing and psychological distress in residents: results of a survey in Lyon, France

Nohales,

Fort,

Pelloux

et al. 2024

Front. Psychol.

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IntroductionThe mental health of residents is a growing significant concern, particularly with respect to hospital and university training conditions. Our goal was to assess the professional, academic, and psychological determinants of the mental health status of all residents of the academy of Lyon, France.Materials and methodsThe Health Barometer of Lyon Subdivision Residents (BASIL) is an initiative which consists in proposing a recurrent online survey to all residents in medicine, pharmacy, and dentistry, belonging to the Lyon subdivision. The first of these surveys was conducted from May to July 2022. Participants should complete a series of validated questionnaires, including the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Scale (WEMWBS), and the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K6), respectively, and ad-hoc questions assessing their global health and hospital and academic working conditions. A Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) analysis was conducted prior to multivariable analyses, to explore the determinants associated with low wellbeing (WEMWBS <43) and high psychological distress (K6 ≥ 13).ResultsA total of 904 residents (response rate: 46.7%) participated in the survey. A low level of wellbeing was observed in 23% of participants, and was significantly associated to job strain (OR = 2.18; 95%CI = [1.32–3.60]), low social support (OR = 3.13; 95%CI = [2.05–4.78]) and the experience of very poor university teaching (OR = 2.51; 95%CI = [1.29–4.91]). A high level of psychological distress was identified for 13% of participants, and associated with low social support (OR = 2.41; 95%CI = [1.48–3.93]) and the experience of very poor university teaching (OR = 2.89, 95%CI = [1.16–7.21]).ConclusionHospital working conditions, social support, and the perception of teaching quality, were three major determinants of wellbeing and psychological distress among health profession residents. Demographic determinants, personal life and lifestyle habits were also associated. This supports a multilevel action in prevention programs aiming to enhance wellbeing and reduce mental distress in this specific population and local organizational specificities.

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Occupational, academic, and personal determinants of wellbeing and psychological distress in residents: results of a survey in Lyon, France

Nohales,

Fort,

Pelloux

et al. 2024

Front. Psychol.

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“…Additionally, emotional regulation fostered through PMR can positively impact teamwork and collaboration within healthcare settings. Medical professionals who can manage their emotions effectively are more likely to contribute to a positive work environment, engage in constructive communication, and resolve conflicts amicably (Louwen et al, 2023 ). This is particularly important in high-stress situations, where clear and calm communication is essential for patient safety and effective teamwork.…”

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Progressive muscle relaxation in pandemic times: bolstering medical student resilience through IPRMP and Gagne's model

Nair,

Khan,

Naidoo

et al. 2024

Front. Psychol.

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BackgroundMedical education, already demanding, has been further strained by the COVID-19 pandemic's challenges and the shift to distance learning. This context underscores the need for effective stress reduction techniques in competency-based medical curricula (CBMC).ObjectiveWe assessed the feasibility and benefits of integrating a Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) module—a known effective stress-reducing technique—into a time-restricted CBMC, particularly given such modules often find placement as elective rather than mandatory.MethodsAdapting Gagne's nine events of instruction, a 2-h PMR program was designed and implemented during the pandemic. Twenty participants were engaged on a first-come, first-served basis, ensuring adherence to social distancing measures. Feedback was continuously gathered, leading to two post-program focus group sessions. Qualitative data underwent thematic analysis following Braun and Clarke's approach, with study quality maintained by the Standards for Reporting Qualitative Research (SRQR). To gauge adaptability, we aligned the program with various learning outcomes frameworks and explored its fit within CBMC using Bourdieu's Theory of Practice.ResultsThe pilot PMR program was well-received and effectively incorporated into our CBMC. Our analysis revealed five central themes tied to PMR's impact: Self-control, Self-realization, Liberation, Awareness, and Interpersonal relationships. Feedback indicated the program's capacity to mitigate stress during the pandemic. The SRQR confirmed the study's alignment with qualitative research standards. Further, the PMR program's contents resonated with principal domains of learning outcomes, and its integration into CBMC was supported by Bourdieu's Theory. These observations led us to propose the Integrative Psychological Resilience Model in Medical Practice (IPRMP), a model that captures the intricate interplay between the identified psychological constructs.ConclusionThis research showcases an innovative, theory-guided approach to embed a wellbeing program within CBMC, accentuating PMR's role in fostering resilience among medical students. Our PMR model offers a feasible, cost-effective strategy suitable for global adoption in medical institutions. By instilling resilience and advanced stress-management techniques, PMR ensures that upcoming healthcare professionals are better equipped to manage crises like pandemics efficiently.

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“…Finally, it could be hypothesized that certain personality traits, behavior styles and emotional intelligence drive the choice to choose healthcare as a profession. In fact, some common personality traits have been found among all healthcare professionals, such as low levels of neuroticism and high prevalence of agreeable, cooperative, and self‐directed traits [37], whereas differences have been noted among different healthcare professions regarding behavior style and emotional intelligence, including coping and external locus of control [37]. These factors may constitute vulnerability to develop FND but the literature on the topic is still scarce and more studies are warranted before an association can be demonstrated.…”

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Healthcare employment as a risk factor for functional neurological disorder: A case–control study

Vanini,

Bühler,

Weber

et al. 2023

Euro J of Neurology

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Background and purposeFemale gender, younger age and stressful life events are known predisposing factors for functional neurological disorders (FNDs). Employment in a healthcare profession has also been suggested to be a predisposing factor. We set out to conduct a large‐scale case–control study to estimate the rate employment in a healthcare profession among people with FND.MethodsWe included 200 consecutive patients with a confirmed diagnosis of FND, referred to our clinic at University Hospital Bern Switzerland between October 1, 2016, and August 1, 2019. In addition, we included a control group of 200 patients with a confirmed neurological disorder, matched for age and gender, seen during the same period. The primary endpoint was to compare the prevalence of healthcare professionals between the groups. We also describe the clinical manifestations and concomitant psychiatric diagnoses in the FND cohort.ResultsFemale gender was predominant (70%), and the participants’ mean age was 37 years. The proportion of healthcare professionals in the FND patients was 18% (33/186), which was significantly higher than in the control group, in which it was 10.6% (17/189; p = 0.019, 95% confidence interval odds ratio 1.168–4.074). Most healthcare professionals in both cohorts were nurses (21/33 among FND patients, 10/17 among controls). Among FND patients, 140 (70%) had motor symptoms and 65 (32.5%) had a concomitant psychiatric diagnosis.ConclusionThis case–control study confirmed a higher rate of employment in healthcare professions in patients with FND, suggesting two potential mechanisms of FND: exposure to models/specific knowledge about neurological symptoms or stress‐related professional factors. This warrants further studies on underlying mechanisms and prevention.

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Profiling health professionals’ personality traits, behaviour styles and emotional intelligence: a systematic review

Cited by 30 publications

References 331 publications

Occupational, academic, and personal determinants of wellbeing and psychological distress in residents: results of a survey in Lyon, France

Occupational, academic, and personal determinants of wellbeing and psychological distress in residents: results of a survey in Lyon, France

Progressive muscle relaxation in pandemic times: bolstering medical student resilience through IPRMP and Gagne's model

Healthcare employment as a risk factor for functional neurological disorder: A case–control study

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