Factors Associated with Student Stress in the U.S. Army - Baylor University Graduate Program in Health Care Administration

Abstract

This study defined the relationship of environmental factors, individual characteristics, and the levels of stress during the US Army - Baylor University Graduate Program in Health Care Administration. The students were administered several measurement instruments throughout their two years of study. the results suggested a number of considerations regarding conduct of the Baylor program. The author addressed them in two general areas: 1. Academic Issues; Provision of extensive feedback on performance, spreading out significant paper and examination deadlines, and provide faculty-student feedback sessions. 2. Prevention, identification, and Intervention for Students at Risk: Early administration of assessment instruments for stress reactions, stress management sessions should be expanded to include time management and relaxation techniques, and spouses and family members should be encouraged to attend stress management sessions to enhance the family support structure. Keywords: Health care, Student stress; Stress psychology; Stress management.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1986
Accession Number
ADA209758

Entities

People

  • Monte R. Watson

Organizations

  • Academy of Health Sciences

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  • Correlation Analysis
  • Data Science
  • Health Care
  • Health Services
  • Human Behavior
  • Information Science
  • Measurement
  • Medical Personnel
  • Motivation
  • Myocardial Ischemia
  • Pain
  • Personality
  • Psychology
  • Social Psychology
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Students
  • Surveys

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  • Education

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