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Psychiatric trainees' experiences of workplace violence: qualitative analysis.
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ABSTRACT: Aims and method
We aimed to explore experiences of workplace violence in a New Zealand sample of psychiatric trainees and to identify barriers to achieving safe practice and ways of enhancing workplace safety. In a qualitative study, we used interpretive description to inform and design in-depth exploration of participants' experiences. We interviewed 12 psychiatric trainees. Data were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis.Results
There were three main themes: (a) violence as 'part of the job', leading to a culture of silence; (b) empowering trainees to address a sense of learned helplessness; and (c) conflict embedded within the unique nature of psychiatry.Clinical implications
Organisation-led systems-based procedures are instrumental in promoting workplace safety. Specific measures include peer-based support and implementing clear, tailored safety protocols, particularly for situations of crisis assessment. Training should include culturally focused education with specific guidance to mitigate violence.
SUBMITTER: Fowler L
PROVIDER: S-EPMC12014366 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
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Psychiatric trainees' experiences of workplace violence: qualitative analysis.
BJPsych bulletin 20240304
<h4>Aims and method</h4>We aimed to explore experiences of workplace violence in a New Zealand sample of psychiatric trainees and to identify barriers to achieving safe practice and ways of enhancing workplace safety. In a qualitative study, we used interpretive description to inform and design in-depth exploration of participants' experiences. We interviewed 12 psychiatric trainees. Data were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis.<h4>Results</h4>There were three main themes: (a) violence a ...[more]