Changing self-concept in the time of COVID-19: a close look at physician reflections on social media.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the healthcare landscape drastically. Stricken by sharp surges in morbidity and mortality with resource and manpower shortages confounding their efforts, the medical community has witnessed high rates of burnout and post-traumatic stress amongst themselves. Whilst the prevailing literature has offered glimpses into their professional war, no review thus far has collated the deeply personal reflections of physicians and ascertained how their self-concept, self-esteem and perceived self-worth has altered during this crisis. Without adequate intervention, this may have profound effects on their mental and physical health, personal relationships and professional efficacy.

Methods

With mentions of the coronavirus pervading social media

SUBMITTER: Chiam M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8789479 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature