Low Professional Accomplishment Research Articles

The relationship between burnout syndrome and emotional intelligence in anesthesiologists during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional study

Background Burnout, a type of long-lasting work-related stress, is highly prevalent among health professionals. It includes dimensions of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and low professional achievement. Emotional intelligence is the ability to accurately perceive, evaluate, and express emotions, to perceive and/or produce feelings that facilitate thought, to understand emotion and acquire emotional knowledge, and to control emotions in order to promote emotional and intellectual growth. Among the extensive literature on burnout, no studies have measured its prevalence among anesthesiologists in Brazil during the COVID-19 pandemic. Studies on the association between emotional intelligence and burnout are also scarce in this population. The aim of this study was to describe the prevalence of burnout in anesthesiologists at a hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic and to assess its association with emotional intelligence. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted in a large private hospital in southern Brazil. A non-probabilistic convenience sample of anesthesiologists was selected from a hospital's clinical staff. Via Google Forms, participants responded to an anonymous self-applied self-explanatory questionnaire with sections on sociodemographic data, burnout (Maslach Burnout Inventory), and emotional intelligence (Wong and Law's Emotional Intelligence Scale). Descriptive analysis of the variables was performed and the association between burnout and emotional intelligence was evaluated using the Pearson or Spearman correlation coefficient, depending on data distribution. Results A burnout prevalence of 8.1% was found, as well as a strong negative correlation between total burnout scores and emotional intelligence. Conclusions According to the regression analysis, emotional intelligence can be considered an independent factor associated with this outcome.

Association between Moral Distress and Burnout Syndrome in university-hospital nurses.

to analyze the association between moral distress and Burnout Syndrome among nurses in a university hospital. descriptive, analytical study conducted with 269 nurses working in a university hospital located in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Data were collected in person in 2019 by previously trained collectors. A sociodemographic and employment questionnaire, the Brazilian Scale of Moral Distress in Nurses and the Maslach Burnout Inventory were applied. Descriptive and analytical statistical analysis was used. an association was identified between moral distress intensity and frequency and its dimensions with Burnout Syndrome and its dimensions. Nurses with low professional achievement and high emotional exhaustion showed a higher prevalence of moral distress. an association between moral distress and Burnout Syndrome, as well as between their dimensions, was evidenced. The results suggest the need to investigate urgent interventions to mitigate the situations and manifestations of moral distress and Burnout Syndrome by developing strategies for workers' health.

Workplace wellbeing among health care workers providing HIV services in primary care in Johannesburg: a mixed methods study.

Burnout among Health Care workers (HCWs) impacts on provider-patient relations and quality of care. Anova Health Institute (Anova) is a large South African non-profit organization and PEPFAR/USAID implementing partner. We conducted a study among HCWs providing HIV-related services in primary care settings in Johannesburg, South Africa, to examine levels of burnout, understand factors affecting workplace wellbeing, and explore strategies to prevent burnout. We used a sequential mixed-method approach. Data were collected between February and April 2022. The first phase consisted of a survey using the Maslach Burnout Inventory Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS) to measure levels of burnout. We then interviewed a subset of survey participants to understand the experiences that may affect wellbeing. We used descriptive statistics to quantify burnout rates for each MBI dimension (emotional exhaustion, personal accomplishment, and depersonalization). Qualitative data analysis was guided by the Job Demands-Resources Framework that explores the interactions between demands and resources in the workplace. Survey findings (n = 194) revealed that although depersonalization rates were low at 6%, 21% of participants had high emotional exhaustion and 24% reported low professional accomplishment. Less than half (41%, n = 80) had scores in the high category for any one of the three MBI-HSS dimensions. The MBI-HSS dimensions differed significantly by type of work and job title. Roving positions (HCW working in more than one health facility) were more likely to experience higher emotional exhaustion and lower professional accomplishment. Qualitative findings (n = 25) indicate that a number of job demands, including high workload, inadequate mental health support, and challenging relationships with stakeholders, had a negative effect on HCWs' wellbeing. However, finding meaningfulness in their work, working as a team, and practicing autonomy were experienced as resources that reduced the negative effect of these demands. While measured burnout syndrome rates were low, various experiences negatively impacted at least one in five HCW. We identified key resources that provided buffering against workplace stressors. We recommend that as well as addressing key drivers of burnout, access to these resources should be fostered, for example by strengthening interventions that offer recognition, and promoting team interactions through social activities and support groups.

SÍNDROME DE BURNOUT EM PROFISSIONAIS DA ÁREA DA SAÚDE: um olhar para literatura com ênfase na necessidade de cuidar de quem cuida

The conditions and the organization of the work can directly interfere with the health of professionals. One of the consequences of this is stress, which, if prolonged Burnout syndrome that begins, in general, with physical and mental exhaustion, and also manifests itself with signs of depersonalization and low professional accomplishment. Its incidence occurs in several areas, with emphasis on the professions in which the employee deals directly with the human being, with emphasis in this context, the health area stands out. The present study sought to verify the design of the Brazilian surveys on Burnout Syndrome carried out with healthcare professionals, as well as to present its results in order to actions of treatment/intervention to minimize the impacts of this syndrome. To this end, an integrative literature review was carried out in the Scielo database. The search criteria included articles in Portuguese, published between 2020 and 2021 obtained by crossing the keywords Burnout X health professionals, being selected 13 articles to compose its corpus. Regarding the methodological design of the works reviewed, there was one literature review article, and the others are field researches. The types of instruments used in the field researches 22, including: questionnaires, inventories, scales, forms, tests, form, and test. The most used instrument was the Maslach Burnout Inventory Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI - 08 studies. Regarding the research participants, there is a predominance of nursing professionals and physicians. In general, the research aims to survey the existence of the the syndrome in question, as well as biopsychosocial factors associated to its occurrence and to the quality of life of the professionals. In view of this reality, it is suggested that research on the syndrome in focus be carried out with other professionals in the health area and not only those cited in this analysis. It is also emphasized that the researches analyzed here show the reality of the occurrence of the syndrome in focus, some of them mention the need for prevention and intervention, however, none of the researches reviewed specifically addressed the implementation of practical actions, which should be thought about by researchers interested in the theme in question.

965. Prevalence and Drivers of Burnout Among Antimicrobial Stewardship Personnel in the United States: A Cross-Sectional Study

Abstract Background Although antimicrobial stewardship (AS) personnel are faced with occupational stressors that may contribute to burnout, little is known about the degree to which they experience this work-related syndrome. Our objective was to characterize the prevalence of, and identify factors associated with, burnout among AS personnel practicing in United States (US) hospitals. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional survey in October-December 2021. AS personnel (physicians and pharmacists) were approached via email through four US-based professional organizations. Respondents self-administered a questionnaire measuring demographics, AS program structure, resources, and organizational climate. Burnout was measured using the Maslach Burnout Inventory, a 22-item validated instrument with three subscales. Burnout was defined as a dichotomous outcome based on the presence of high scores on the emotional exhaustion subscale along with either a high depersonalization score or low professional accomplishment score. Descriptive statistics and logistic regression analyses were performed. Results A total of 259 AS personnel completed the questionnaire. The majority of respondents were pharmacists (n=201; 78.2%), female (n=166; 64.3%) and worked in a teaching hospital (n=212, 84.1%). The median age was 36 (IQR, 32-41). Thirty-six percent (n=94 of 259) of respondents met the definition for burnout. There were no significant differences in burnout by respondent demographics or professional role. Significant drivers of burnout (P< 0.05) identified in univariable regression modeling included feeling as if AS is not an institutional priority, that hospital leadership is unsupportive of AS, prescriber resistance to AS recommendations is common, having unsupportive infectious diseases or pharmacy colleagues, the AS team does not work well together, and AS work is not intellectually stimulating. Conclusion Over one third of AS personnel in our sample met predefined standardized criteria for burnout. Contextual aspects of the work environment, including leadership, unsupportive peer climate and conflict were associated with burnout. There is a need to address factors that contribute to burnout in AS personnel to ensure an engaged workforce and to minimize turnover. Disclosures Jason Newland, MD, AHRQ: Grant/Research Support|Merck: Grant/Research Support|NIH: Grant/Research Support|PEW Charitable Trust: Grant/Research Support|Pfizer: Grant/Research Support.

Prevalence of Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder Symptoms and Its Association with Burnout among Family Medicine Residents in Riyadh Second Health Cluster, Saudi Arabia

Aim: The present study aimed at investigating the prevalence of Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) and the association between OCPD and burnout among family medicine residents in cluster two hospitals in Riyadh city, Saudi Arabia. Method: This was a cross-sectional study over a sample of 114 family medicine residents from hospitals at cluster two in Riyadh city. A self-administered survey consisting of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders; (DSM-5 criteria) questionnaire for OCPD and Maslach Burnout Inventory- (MBI) were distributed over the participating family medicine residents. Results: The findings of the study indicated that OCPD was prevalent among 22.8% (n=26) of the enrolled family medicine residents. In addition, it was found that high emotional exhaustion, high depersonalization and low professional accomplishment were prevalent among 33.4% (n=38), 57% (n=65) and 93% (n=106), respectively. In addition, the study found that there was a significant association between OCPD and emotional exhaustion (p < 0.001), depersonalization (p < 0.001) and professional accomplishment (p < 0.001). Conclusion: The study concluded that there is a significant prevalence of OCPD among family medicine residents in cluster two hospitals in Riyadh city, Saudi Arabia. In addition, the study concluded that OCPD is significantly associated with burnout. The study recommended reviewing the educational and professional content of the residency program taking into consideration the mental health aspects of the family medicine residents and to perform periodical mental health assessment tests for the family medicine residents in Saudi Arabia.

Burnout syndrome and workplace violence among nursing staff: a cross-sectional study.

Among healthcare professionals, nursing workers are the most prone to becoming victims of workplace violence and present the highest burnout levels. To investigate the association between burnout syndrome and workplace violence among nursing workers. Cross-sectional study carried out at a teaching hospital in southern Brazil. This study involved 242 nursing workers. We collected data over a six-month period using a sociodemographic and occupational survey, the Survey Questionnaire Workplace Violence in the Health Sector and the Maslach Burnout Inventory - General Survey. For occupational violence, we selected the Survey Questionnaire Workplace Violence in the Health Sector. Burnout syndrome was evaluated using the Maslach Burnout Inventory - General Survey. The data were analyzed in the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). Categorical variables were described as absolute and relative frequencies and numerical variables in terms of central trend and dispersion measurements. For data analysis, we applied descriptive statistics and multiple logistic regression. The multiple models indicated that the workers who had experienced verbal abuse, physical violence and concern about workplace violence over the past 12 months had significantly higher chances of presenting high emotional exhaustion (P < 0.05) and depersonalization (P < 0.05) and low professional accomplishment (P < 0.05). Occurrence of violence significantly increased the chances of great emotional exhaustion and depersonalization and low professional achievement, within burnout syndrome. Therefore, workplace violence prevention strategies need to be put in place to provide workers with a safe workplace in which to conduct their activities.

Prevalence of Burnout Among Cardiothoracic Radiologists: Stress Factors, Career Satisfaction, and Modality-specific Imaging Volumes.

We investigated the impact of modality-specific volumes and other potential stressors on burnout and career-choice satisfaction. An anonymous survey of 36 questions was sent by email to all 875 faculty members of the STR. These included 11 multiple-choice questions, 23 Likert questions, and 2 free-text questions. The Maslach Burnout Index was used to assess the prevalence of the 3 components of burnout (emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and low professional accomplishment), and we assessed variations among the potential sources of stress with respect to the respondent sex, career stage, and practice setting. Respondents were asked to estimate daily work volume as if interpreting only chest radiographs (CXRs) or only chest/cardiac computed tomography (CT). Statistical analysis was performed using Excel (Microsoft), open-source statistical computing package pandas and SciPy for Python, and Jupyter Notebook, an open-source interactive computing platform. Although financial concerns (49.3%), lack of input into decisions (48.6%), and inadequate staffing (45.2%) were additional stressors, the major sources were work-life balance (67.4%) and workload (66.8%), which were more frequently cited by women than men (78.9% vs. 60.8%, P=0.001). Emotional exhaustion and depersonalization were related to higher CXR volumes. Although 83.2% were satisfied being a diagnostic radiologist, 18.8% had thought of leaving medicine. More than half of all radiologists interpreted ≥150 CXRs daily (51.1% vs. 53.6%); more in private practice read ≥200 CXRs (23.2% vs. 14.7%). Of the academic radiologists, 80.2% interpreted 21 to 49 CTs; twice as many in private practice read ≥50 CTs (25.5% vs. 12.7%). The contributing factors to cardiothoracic radiologist burnout vary by sex, career stage, and practice setting. Several stressors, especially work-life balance, were associated with higher burnout prevalence. Most respondents expressed career-choice satisfaction. Defining threshold work volumes associated with higher rates of burnout is an important first step in defining burnout prevention guardrails.

Burnout and resilience in intensive care Nursing professionals in the face of COVID-19: A multicenter study.

to analyze the relationship between the Burnout dimensions and the work resilience of intensive care Nursing professionals in the COVID-19 pandemic in four hospitals from southern Brazil. this is a multicenter and cross-sectional study, composed of 153 nurses and nursing technicians of the Intensive Care Units. Sociodemographic, health and work-related questions were collected, and the Maslach Burnout Inventory and Resilience at Work Scale 20 instruments were applied. The data were submitted to descriptive analysis and to bivariate and partial correlations (network analysis). work resilience presented an inverse correlation to emotional exhaustion (r=-0.545; p=0.01) and depersonalization (r=-0.419; p=0.01) and a direct one to professional achievement (r=0.680; p=0.01). The variable with the greatest influence on the correlation network was the perception of the impact of the pandemic on mental health. resilience interferes in the emotional exhaustion and low professional achievement domains of Burnout. Emotional exhaustion is conducted through minor psychological disorders, with an impact on the workers' physical and mental health variables. The development of institutional resilience should be encouraged in order to moderate the illness.

Burnout e resiliência em profissionais de enfermagem de terapia intensiva frente à COVID-19: estudo multicêntrico

Objective: to analyze the relationship between the Burnout dimensions and the work resilience of intensive care Nursing professionals in the COVID-19 pandemic in four hospitals from southern Brazil.Method: this is a multicenter and cross-sectional study, composed of 153 nurses and nursing technicians of the Intensive Care Units. Sociodemographic, health and work-related questions were collected, and the Maslach Burnout Inventory and Resilience at Work Scale 20 instruments were applied. The data were submitted to descriptive analysis and to bivariate and partial correlations (network analysis).Results: work resilience presented an inverse correlation to emotional exhaustion (r=-0.545; p=0.01) and depersonalization (r=-0.419; p=0.01) and a direct one to professional achievement (r=0.680; p=0.01). The variable with the greatest influence on the correlation network was the perception of the impact of the pandemic on mental health.Conclusion: resilience interferes in the emotional exhaustion and low professional achievement domains of Burnout. Emotional exhaustion is conducted through minor psychological disorders, with an impact on the workers’ physical and mental health variables. The development of institutional resilience should be encouraged in order to moderate the illness.

Burnout e metodologia ativa de ensino-aprendizagem entre estudantes de Medicina de universidade em tríplice fronteira

Abstract: Introduction: The teaching-learning methodology is an important factor in the training of medical students and may also be associated with the exposure to chronic stressors that culminate in mental suffering, as observed in the Burnout Syndrome (BS). Objective: To determine the prevalence of Burnout Syndrome and analyze its dimensions and the relationship with the active teaching-learning methodology in medical students at university located in a triple-border region. Method: Cross-sectional study with 279 medical students who answered questionnaires on sociodemographic data, life habits, aspects of the teaching-learning process and the Maslach Burnout Inventory (IBM). There was an association between the BS and sociodemographic variables, life habits and the teaching-learning process, using Pearson’s Chi-Square tests, Fisher’s exact test and Student’s T test. Descriptive data analysis, bivariate analysis and multivariate logistic regression were performed. Result: The prevalence of Burnout was 4.7%, with 26.2% of high Emotional Exhaustion, 37.6% of high Depersonalization and 20.4% of low Professional Achievement. The medical students evaluated in this study have low or moderate levels of BS. Dissatisfaction with the active methodology learning, the lack of understanding of the foundation of the active methodology and the perception that the minority/none of the teachers apply the active methodology adequately were important predictors associated with Burnout. Conclusion: This investigation can help medical schools to develop institutional strategies to face this reality aiming to reduce the risk of the development of BS among medical students.

The Impact of Social Role Identity on Communication in Hospital-Based Antimicrobial Stewardship

Background: Evidence-based hospital antimicrobial stewardship interventions, such as postprescription review with feedback, prior authorization, and handshake stewardship, involve communication between stewards and frontline prescribers. Hierarchy, asymmetric responsibility, prescribing etiquette, and autonomy can obstruct high-quality communication in stewardship. Little is known about the strategies that stewards use to overcome these barriers. The objective of this study was to identify how stewards navigate communication challenges when interacting with prescribers. Methods: We conducted semistructured interviews with antimicrobial stewards recruited from hospitals across the United States. Interviews were audio recorded, transcribed, and analyzed using a flexible coding approach and the framework method. Social identity theory and role theory were used to interpret framework matrices. Results: Interviews were conducted with 58 antimicrobial stewards (25 physicians and 33 pharmacists) from 10 hospitals (4 academic medical centers, 4 community hospitals, and 2 children’s hospitals). Respondents who felt empowered in their interactions with prescribers explicitly adopted a social identity that conceptualized stewards and prescribers as being on the “same team” with shared goals (in-group orientation). Drawing on the meaning conferred via this social role identity, respondents engaged in communication strategies to build and maintain common bonds with prescribers. These strategies included moderating language to minimize defensive recommendations when delivering stewardship recommendations, aligning the goals of stewardship with the goals of the clinical team, communicating with prescribers about things other than stewardship, compromising for the sake of future interactions, and engaging in strategic face-to-face interaction. Respondents who felt less empowered in their interactions thought of themselves as outsiders to the clinical team and experienced a heightened sense of “us versus them” mentality with the perception that stewards primarily serve a gate-keeping function (ie, outgroup orientation). These respondents expressed deference to hierarchy, a reluctance to engage in face-to-face interaction, a feeling of cynicism about the impact of stewardship, and a sense of low professional accomplishment within the role. Respondents who exhibited an in-group orientation were more likely than those who did not to describe the positive impact of stewardship mentors or colleagues on their social role identity. Conclusions: The way antimicrobial stewards perceive their role and identity within the social context of their healthcare organization influences how they approach communication with prescribers. Social role identity in stewardship is shaped by the influence of mentors and colleagues, indicating the importance of supportive relationships for the development of steward skill and confidence.Funding: NoDisclosures: None

A NEW AND OLD PANDEMIC – THE BURNOUT SYNDROME

The Burnout Syndrome (SB) is known worldwide, but scientific studies only started from the researches made by the American psychologist Freudenberger. Its concept encompasses three dimensions: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and low professional achievement. It is currently a student in various fields of human knowledge, from Anthropology to Psychology. The area of Psychology that most researchers BS is the Psychodynamics of Work in which they call it Malaise. However, researchers involving BS under the perspective of Behavior Analysis is scarce in Brazil and in the world. This study aims to analyze BS in several countries, from developed to poor countries, and in this sense supports the thesis that it is a pandemic. It is a study of a theoretical nature, of qualitative, descriptive and bibliographic nature and has as theoretical basis Skinner's Radical Behaviorism

Principais consequências da síndrome de burnout em profissionais da enfermagem

The aim was to identify the main consequences of Burnout Syndrome in nursing professionals described in the literature. This study is an integrative literature review of a qualitative nature. The articles were selected from the BDENF, LILACS, MEDLINE and SciELO databases. Publications included in the study were 20 articles. The main results found for risk factors for Burnout Syndrome were depersonalization, work overload, low professional achievement, and professional dissatisfaction. Regarding the main signs and symptoms, pain in the upper and lower limbs, chronic fatigue, headache and muscle contracture were found. The main consequences of Burnout Syndrome found were emotional exhaustion, stress, professional exhaustion and sleep deficiency. The early detection of Burnout Syndrome in nursing professionals is of great importance, as well as the recognition of initial signs and symptoms, for proper treatment and follow-up.

Burnout na atividade docente: evidências de um estudo envolvendo instituições de ensino superior

The present research has the objective of investigating a relationship of the social, institutional and emotional aspects with Burnout syndrome incidence in teachers of higher education institutions in the city of Mossoró, RN. We chose a descriptive, quantitative research, and descriptive and inferential statistics, using Pearson's analysis as a statistical technique. A sample was attended by 103 teachers from three higher education institutions in the city of Mossoró. The results showed that among the investigated teachers, 43.7% had high levels of emotional exhaustion, 22.3% manifested levels of depersonalization, and 53.4% pointed of low professional achievement, generally revealing that 41% of respondents are a strong trend towards the development of a syndrome. Regarding correlations, among the analyzed aspects, all evidenced variables that showed a significant correlation. In this way, it can be inferred that the syndrome is multicausal.

Burnout in gastroenterology registrars: a feasibility study conducted in the East of England using a 31-item questionnaire

ObjectiveThe scale of burnout in UK gastroenterology trainees and the feasibility to determine its prevalence using the validated Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS) tool are unknown. The primary objective...

Association between culture of patient safety and burnout in pediatric hospitals.

IntroductionProviding safety culture is the first and undoubtedly most important feature that patient care should have, as it is the basis for other measures. There are associations between Burnout Syndrome and lower perceptions of safety culture and greater risks in patient safety.ObjectiveTo analyze the relationship between patient safety culture and burnout in pediatric hospitals.MethodThis is a cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach performed with health professionals who work in pediatric hospitals located in the Metropolitan Region of Cariri, Northeastern Brazil. The study enrolled 148 professionals who performed direct health care for the child in three different hospitals. For the evaluation of the Patient Safety Culture, the version, translated and validated for Brazil, of the Survey on Patient Safety Culture (HSOPSC) questionnaire was applied and to evaluate the occurrence of Burnout, we chose the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI).ResultsAmong the dimensions of burnout that presented the most moderate to high, depersonalization and low professional achievement stand out. When considering the syndrome with the professional who presented a "high" score in only one of the three dimensions, it was identified that 44.6% presented the disease. All patient safety dimensions studied correlated with some dimension of burnout.ConclusionThe study evidenced the influence of all patient safety domains for the development of burnout syndrome in pediatric professionals. Also, it was identified that the organizational climate is the main determinant of burnout, especially in what refers to "teamwork between units".

Life Satisfaction and Academic Performance of Elementary School Students

Abstract The study aimed to investigate the association of risk and protection factors in the academic performance and life satisfaction of elementary school students. Participants included 400 students of both sexes, aged between 11 and 17 years, and 26 female teachers from public and private schools in the state of Rio de Janeiro. The instruments were: Social Skills Inventory for Adolescents, Social Support Perception Scale, Brazilian Youth Questionnaire and Maslach Burnout Inventory. Main results showed that exposure to family violence by the students, emotional exhaustion and low professional achievement by the teachers contribute to a poor performance of students in school. Students with indicators of social support by the family and the community and of self-control skills presented higher life satisfaction. This study reveals contextual and personal variables that affect students’ socio-emotional and academic development which prove subsidies for future interventions.

Impact of stress and burnout on the sexual desire of trainee doctors at Hôtel-Dieu de France hospital: A single-institution survey

ObjectivesThe sexuality of doctors in training, interns and residents, is not well explored, especially in its relation to daily stress. The aim of this study is to evaluate the sexual desire of this population, and the effect of burnout caused by the studies and the hospital work, on this function. MethodsMedical trainees from our institution (université Saint Joseph de Beyrouth – Hôtel-Dieu de France), interns and residents, were invited to complete a demographic questionnaire, questions about their work conditions, and validated questionnaires on burnout and sexuality. Selected instruments included “Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI)” and “Sexual Desire Inventory (SDI)”. Statistical correlations were established using the Student's test, Spearmen's or Pearson's Correlations by type of dependent variable, Chi2 and Anova tests when needed. ResultsWe obtained 262 responses from a population of 300 trainees (131 men and 131 women, mean age 25.1 years). Among them, 123 (46.9%) reported a high burnout score, 137 (52.3%) a high depersonalization score, and 120 (45.8%) a low professional achievement score. Regarding sexuality scores, 21% of men suffered from low sexual desire, compared to 70% of women. It seems that there is a correlation going in the same direction: the more the burnout increases, the more the sexual desire increases, especially among the male population. ConclusionsThese results provide insights into the sexual life of medical students. The rate of low sexual desire among women in medicine in our institution is higher than the world's standard. Additional research is needed.

Burnout syndrome: are stroke neurologists at a higher risk?

Burnout syndrome is a work-related psychological response, characterized by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and low professional accomplishment. The study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of burnout syndrome in neurologists in the State of Paraná, Brazil, dividing them into stroke neurologists and non-stroke neurologists. We performed a crosssectional observational study, with a quantitative approach, based on the online Maslach Burnout Inventory - Human Services Survey questionnaire. A total of 74 neurologists were evaluated, 44.6% of whom had burnout syndrome, predominantly among females and stroke neurologists. Both the stroke neurologist and non-stroke neurologist groups had medium degrees of emotional exhaustion and depersonalization; however, while stroke neurologists had high professional accomplishment, non-stroke neurologists had mean-to-low scores of professional accomplishment. There was a proportional relationship between age and emotional exhaustion. Female neurologists also reported lower professional accomplishment levels. Burnout is prevalent among the neurologists of Paraná, corroborating the results previously reported in other studies. There seems to be no significant difference between those neurologists who work in the emergency stroke care setting compared with those who don't.