Burnout and Stress in Forensic Science Jobs: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background/objectives

Burnout and occupational stress are significant issues among forensic professionals, impacting their well-being and job performance. This systematic review aims to provide an up-to-date overview of the occupational stress and burnout experienced by forensic personnel, exploring the profound and multifaceted impact on their physical, mental, professional, and interpersonal well-being.

Methods

A systematic review was conducted following PRISMA guidelines using Scopus and WOS databases to search for articles published from 1 January 2000 to 31 August 2024. The search used keywords related to burnout and forensic professions. Inclusion criteria were original articles in English and French, while reviews, book chapters, editorials, and notes were excluded. A

SUBMITTER: Lombardo C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11506976 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature