Is self-medication a barrier to seeking help: exploring psychiatrists' and psychiatry residents' knowledge and attitudes about self-medication in Turkiye.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Self-medication, defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as using medicines for self-diagnosed conditions, can lead to misdiagnosis, adverse effects, and ethical issues. Given that psychiatrists and psychiatry residents face unique mental health stigma and other barriers, this study investigates their knowledge and attitudes regarding self-medication.

Methods

A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted among 246 psychiatrists and psychiatry residents in Türkiye. Using convenience sampling, participants completed an anonymous online question form designed by researchers to assess sociodemographic factors, self-medication behaviors, and attitudes. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics with SPSS 25.0.

Results

Findings indicated that 83%

SUBMITTER: Asut G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11874384 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature