The crucible of early career psychiatry. (June 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Ng, Lillian; Steane, Richard; Scollay, Natalie; Harris, Stephen; Milosevic, Jasminka; Young, Kirsten; Tan, David; Chow, Samantha
• Is Part Of: Australasian psychiatry. Volume 27:Number 3(2019:Jun.)
• Page Start: 245
• Page End: 248
• Publication Date: 2019-06
• Subjects: early career -- psychiatry -- reflection; Psychiatry -- Australasia -- Periodicals; Psychiatry -- Periodicals; 616.89005
• DOI: 10.1177/1039856218810153
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1039-8562

Abstract

Objective: To capture the voices of psychiatrists as they reflect on challenges at the early stages of the career trajectory. Method: Early career psychiatrists contributed reflections that identified various challenges in the transition from trainee to consultant psychiatrist. Results: Common difficulties included negotiating role transition and conflict. Specific events had deep impact such as involvement with a patient who had committed suicide. Conclusions: Challenges in the early career stage as a consultant psychiatrist may have lasting or career defining impact. Written reflection is a valuable tool that can impart collective learning, provide validation and engender support among peers.