European journal of emergency medicine : official journal of the European Society for Emergency Medicine
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Mental health promotion for junior physicians working in emergency medicine: evaluation of a pilot study.
Work-related stress is highly prevalent among physicians working in emergency medicine. Mental health promotion interventions offer the chance to strengthen physicians' health, work ability, and performance. The aim of this study was to implement and evaluate a mental health promotion program for junior physicians working in emergency medicine. ⋯ The results suggest that this health promotion program is a promising intervention to strengthen mental health and reduce perceived work stress. It is suitable for implementation as a group training program for junior physicians working in emergency medicine. Comparable interventions should be pursued further as a valuable supportive offer by hospital management.