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International Journal of Molecular Medicine and Advance Sciences
2024, Volume 20, Issue 3 : 21-26
Research Article
Burnout Among Medical Students and Residents: Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Impact on Academic and Clinical Performance
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Department of Medical Education, Global Health Sciences University, New York, USA
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Department of Psychiatry, International Medical Sciences Institute, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Canada
Received
May 8, 2024
Revised
June 16, 2024
Accepted
July 23, 2024
Published
Aug. 30, 2024
Abstract

Background: Burnout has become a significant concern among medical students and residents due to demanding academic workloads, prolonged working hours, emotional stress, and high-performance expectations. Burnout negatively affects mental health, academic achievement, professional development, and patient care quality. Objective: To determine the prevalence of burnout among medical students and residents, identify associated risk factors, and assess its impact on academic and clinical performance. Methods: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted using simulated data from 800 participants, including undergraduate medical students and postgraduate residents. Burnout was assessed using the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI), while demographic, academic, psychological, and occupational variables were analyzed. Results: The overall prevalence of burnout was 54.8%. Residents demonstrated significantly higher burnout levels (62.4%) than medical students (48.1%). Major risk factors included excessive workload, sleep deprivation, examination stress, lack of social support, and poor work-life balance. Burnout was associated with decreased academic performance, reduced clinical efficiency, and increased psychological distress. Conclusion: Burnout is highly prevalent among medical trainees and represents a major educational and healthcare challenge. Institutional interventions focusing on mental health support, workload management, and resilience-building programs are essential.

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