This study examines discomfort levels in medical students interacting with people with disabilities, suggesting empathy enhancement. Training is essential for improving interactions.
Key Points
Medical students reported lower discomfort levels when interacting with people with disabilities, suggesting positive attitudes.
A low but statistically significant correlation exists between empathy levels and contact frequency with people with disabilities.
The study utilized socio-demographic questionnaires alongside scales to measure interactions with disabled persons.
Training for working with people with disabilities is lacking, indicating a need for curricular improvements in medical education.