Self-compassion and psychological well-being of radiographers at work
Résumé
Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess how self-compassion affects the psychological well-being of radiographers at work.
Methods: An online survey was sent to radiology and radiotherapy departments in Rhône-Alpes,
a region of France (from October 2021 to February 2022). The study is mixed: quantitative data,
with closed questions and two validated scales, and qualitative data, with open questions aimed
at assessing perceptions among radiologists as regards self-compassion.
Results: A total of 253 radiographers (mean age 32.9 years), took part in this survey.
Radiographers reported a poor level of well-being and a moderate level of self-compassion.
We found a link between well-being at work and self-compassion. Gender, age, number of
years of experience and the desire to receive training on well-being appear to have an impact
on the level of self-compassion. The perception of self-compassion by radiologists is essentially positive.
Conclusion: Particular attention should be paid to radiologists who are female, young, and
with only a few years of experience. Self-compassion is a protective factor for radiologists and
may help them take care of themselves to continue caring for others. Training related to selfcompassion should be promoted in medical imaging departments.
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