Risk for hypochondriasis among nursing students Basavaraja*, Lingaraju** *Lecturer, M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Nursing Education & Research, Bangalore **Asst. Professor, JSS College of Nursing, Mysore M. Sc (N) I year students
Online published on 23 May, 2017. Abstract A descriptive survey approach was used. Using whitely index scale the data was collected from 100 students by using proportionate stratified random sampling technique The results revealed that 40% may have hypochondriasis with the mean score of 30.22 and SD 10.05. A significant association was seen between boarding of the student and risk for hypochondriasis. The study concluded that there is a need to assess hypochondriasis, particularly in professionals such as nurses, doctors, IT professionals etc. Top Keywords Hypochondriasis, somatization, nursing students. Top |
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