The Journal of the American Medical Association published the study.
Here are four observations:
1. Researchers found nearly 29 percent of residents expressed signs of depression and the rate of depression among medical residents is increasing.
2. Researchers noted the rigorous nature of medical training may attribute to the high depression rates.
3. Senior author, Srigan Sen, MD, PhD, said medical schools and hospitals should implement more measures to improve residents’ mental health.
4. Dr. Sen wrote, “The increase in depression is surprising and important, especially in light of reforms that have been implemented over the years with the intent of improving the mental health of residents and the health of patients.”
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