Medical Education Journal Club

Presented by: Elsa M. Drevyn, PT, DPT
Title: Depression, Anxiety, and Stress in Doctor of Physical Therapy Students: Analysis of Incidence and Lived Experiences

Objectives

At the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:

• Describe the incidence and severity of depression, anxiety, and stress in Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students
• Explore the lived experience of students managing mental illness while completing their academic requirements
• Explain potential factors related to depression, anxiety, and stress in DPT students, including social perfectionism (SP)
• Describe potential strategies that can be utilized to assist students in managing mental health issues