Levels of perceived stress according to professional standings among dental surgeons of Karachi: a descriptive study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Globally, occupational stress is a common finding among dentists. The present study aimed to assess prevalence of perceived stress among practicing dentists of Karachi, Pakistan, and assess the perceived stress levels according to the professional standing among dental surgeons.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted using a convenience sampling technique in which 200 dentists from Karachi were recruited. A self-constructed questionnaire was used to collect data, including demographic and professional backgrounds. Stress level assessment was performed using the perceived stress scale (PSS).

Results

The response rate was 78.5%. In general, a moderate stress level (mean PSS = 18.35 ± 5.417) appeared in the sample size of 157 dentists, and the prevalen

SUBMITTER: Siddiqui MK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9206731 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature