Zusammenfassung
Anliegen: Ziel der Arbeit ist es, einen Überblick über die Forschung zu Suizidalität unter
Medizinerinnen und Medizinern zu geben. Methode: Es wurden Originalia ausgewertet, die seit Anfang der 80er-Jahre zu diesem Thema
veröffentlicht wurden. Ergebnisse: Im Vergleich zur Allgemeinbevölkerung ist die Suizidrate bei Medizinerinnen und Medizinern
signifikant erhöht. Mögliche Ursachen sind erhöhte Prävalenzraten für depressive Erkrankungen,
eine erhöhte Suchtgefährdung sowie berufsimmanente Stressoren. Schlussfolgerung: Die erhöhte Suizidgefährdung von Medizinerinnen und Medizinern verdeutlicht die Wichtigkeit
primär- und sekundärprophylaktischer Maßnahmen zur Prävention.
Abstract
Question: This study provides an overview of the research on suicide rates and suicidal tendencies
of physicians. Methods: Original articles on this topic since 1980 were analyzed. Results: Empirical studies indicate an increased suicide rate in physicians compared to the
general population. Possible causes are the increased prevalence rate of depressive
disorders as well as the presumably increased rate of substance abuse in physicians.
In addition to this, job-related stressors as reasons for the high suicide risk in
physicians are discussed. Conclusion: In terms of preventive measures it seems reasonable to systematically inform medical
students about stressors they will be exposed to in their later practice and to discuss
coping strategies and prevention. Thus, a suitable emotional preparation for future
work stress can be assured. For working physicians seminars and professional trainings
on education and prevention as well as supervision should continuously be offered.
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