presentation of paper in international conference of medical education 2010 FJMC Lahore PAKISTAN

1. Study Of Sources Of Stress In Medical Students ( First Year And 2nd Year ) At Fatima Jinnah Medical College, Lahore PAKISTAN ( Survey Department of Biochemistry ) BY DR MUHAMMAD MUSTANSAR

2. Definition: Stress is the body's reaction to a change that requires a physical, mental or emotional adjustment or response. Stress can come from any situation or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, nervous, or anxious. Stress is caused by an existing stress-causing factor or "stressor."

13. CAUSES OF STRESS IN MEDICAL STUDENTS(DS+H Tough Schedule Burden of studies Strict marking Internal assessment Insulting behavior of teachers Fear of failure Consecutive tests & vivas Attendance Lengthy course Difficulty in tutorials Need of PBL Under estimation of students 90% 75% 90% 70% 70% 70% 70% 80% 10% 70% 20% 10%

14. Stress in students living in hostels Hostel life Unhealthy food Unhygienic conditions of washrooms Loneliness Strict wardens and gate keepers Uncooperative room mates Pressures from family 95% 100% 90% 60% 35% 50% 20%