Survey on Sexual and Gender in the Healthcare in Taiwan

NCT06347601 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: 2024-03-011AC
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 654
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This study addresses the pervasive issue of sexual harassment within Taiwanese society, particularly within the medical field, where comprehensive research is lacking. The research objective is to explore patterns of sexual harassment and gender discrimination experiences among physicians and medical students in Taiwan, while also investigating potential associations with professional burnout and mental health. Employing a convergent mixed-methods design, the study combines quantitative surveys and qualitative in-depth interviews. While lacking a control group and utilizing non-blinding methods without random assignment, the study aims to recruit 1000 participants aged 18 or older, considering both valid responses and potential dropouts. Additionally, interviews will be conducted with 30 individuals who have experienced sexual harassment or are interested in gender issues. The research methods will assess sexual harassment experiences, professional burnout, and depressive symptoms as primary outcomes or indicators.

Conditions

Sexual Harassment

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale

  Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale consists of 20 items. The total score can range from 0 to 60. Higher scores indicate greater depressive symptoms. Lower scores suggest fewer depressive symptoms.

  One year

Interventions

Without Intervention OTHER

Without Intervention

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

The study population includes Taiwanese medical students and physicians who meet the following criteria: Inclusion Criteria: Aged 18 years or older. Have received education or practiced in Taiwan's medical colleges or hospitals. Voluntarily agree to participate in the research through questionnaire surveys or interviews. Exclusion Criteria: Individuals under 18 years old. Those who have not received education or practiced in Taiwanese medical colleges or hospitals. Those unable to understand or complete Chinese-language questionnaires. Those unable to participate in interviews.

You may qualify if:

• Taiwanese medical students or physicians Aged 18 or older Have received education or practiced in Taiwan's medical colleges or hospitals

You may not qualify if:

• Individuals under 18 years old Have not received education or practiced in Taiwanese medical colleges or hospitals Unable to understand or complete Chinese-language questionnaires

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan: lead

Study Sites (1)

Taipei Veterans General Hospital

Taipei, 100, Taiwan

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Sexual Harassment

Interventions

Methods

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Sexual Behavior; Behavior; Social Behavior

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Investigative Techniques

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: OTHER
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER GOV
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: March 28, 2024
• First Posted: April 4, 2024
• Study Start: March 13, 2024
• Primary Completion: January 22, 2025
• Study Completion: January 22, 2025
• Last Updated: February 12, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-02

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

TW (1)