Understanding diverse subjectivities of medical students in seeking composite role models: A Q-methodology study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Role modeling, an integral part of medical education, is a complex and multifaceted process. To unravel the hidden dimensions of role model selection, a comprehensive understanding of students' subjectivities is crucial. This research aimed to elucidate the dominant subjectivities of medical students when selecting composite role models.

Methods

This study employed the Q-methodology to investigate individuals' subjectivities and portray them. Initially, we formulated Q-statements based on semi-structured interviews with students and a literature review. In the second step, 31 undergraduate medical students were selected through purposive and snowball sampling. In the next step, data were collected using a questionnaire and a Q-grid. In the fourth step, we categori

SUBMITTER: Hasani R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12948135 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature