Exploring neurophobia in medical students in Mexico
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.riem.2017.05.007Keywords:
Neurología, Estudiante de medicina, Neurofobia, Neurology, Medical student, NeurophobiaAbstract
Introduction: Neurophobia, or fear of neurology, means that medical students are unable to effectively treat neurology patients.
Objective: The objective of this study is to measure the level of neurophobia in medical students, using a self-evaluation scale, as well as their attitudes towards facing neurology patients.
Method: A quantitative, descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted with a sample of 131 students in a medical school in Mexico. A questionnaire was adapted into eight items assessing the fear towards: complexity of neurosciences, clinical care of the neurology patient, and lack of knowledge and procedure abilities.
Results: Statistical analysis included the internal consistency of the measurement tool and descriptive statistical trends.
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