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Table 2 Distribution of factors associated with high stress in residency (scores of 4 or 5 on 5 point scale)

From: The happy docs study: a Canadian Association of Internes and Residents well-being survey examining resident physician health and satisfaction within and outside of residency training in Canada

Source of Stress

N

Percent (%)

Time pressure

1403

70

Own work situation

847

43

Financial situation

758

38

Residency program

631

32

Personal relationship

492

24

Own personal or family responsibilities

439

22

Own emotional mental health problem

280

14

Employment status

267

14

Own physical health problem

268

13

Caring for own children

230

12

Caring for others

203

10

Discrimination

128

7

Personal/family safety

91

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