Association of Second-to-Fourth Digit Ratio (2D:4D) With Trait Anxiety and Occupational Stress Among Anesthesiology Residents: A Cross Sectional Observational Study
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 入组人数
- 116
- 主要终点
- Anxiety score
研究概览
简要总结
Anesthesiologists are exposed to substantial occupational stress, making their psychological well-being essential for both personal health and optimal patient care. Early identification of mental health disorders among healthcare professionals is important for improving well-being and maintaining healthcare quality.
详细描述
Although anesthesia residency is associated with considerable psychological stress, residents differ in how they respond to these challenges. While some develop psychological distress, others continue to perform effectively despite the demanding environment. These individuals, often described as "resilient" or "stress resistant," demonstrate successful adaptation to stress. The mechanisms underlying these individual differences remain incompletely understood. As with many aspects of psychological functioning, responses to stress are influenced by the combined effects of genetic predisposition and environmental experiences throughout life.
Among the biological markers investigated in recent years, the second-to-fourth digit (2D:4D) ratio has attracted considerable scientific interest because of its reported associations with a wide range of physical, behavioral, and psychological traits.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Observational
- 观察模型
- Ecologic Or Community
- 时间视角
- Cross Sectional
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 20 Years 至 35 Years（Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •Any anesthesiologists who voluntarily agreed to participate in the study.
- •Age: 20-35 years
- •Both genders
排除标准
- •Incomplete questionnaires and/or irrelevant responses.
- •Injuries to the 2nd or 4th digits,
- •Unclear or inaccurate digit photocopy,
- •If the participant is a twin
- •Cumulative leave (e.g., maternity/sick leave) exceeding 6 months during the study period;
- •Pre-existing diagnosis of psychiatric disorders prior to the study
结局指标
主要结局
Anxiety score
时间窗: Baseline (single assessment)
Anxiety severity measured using the Penn State Worry Questionnaire (PSWQ). The PSWQ is a 16-item validated measure of the tendency toward excessive, uncontrollable worry, the cognitive hallmark of Generalized Anxiety Disorder. The association between anxiety score and digit measurement will be evaluated. Total scores range from 16 to 80, with higher scores indicating greater worry severity. A score ≥45 is commonly used as a clinical cutoff in research settings, with ≥60 strongly associated with Generalized Anxiety Disorder criteria.
次要结局
- Demographic data(Baseline (single assessment))
研究者
Raham Hasan Mostafa, MD
Professor of Anesthesia ,pain and intensive care
Ain Shams University