Knowledge, Attitude, and Barriers Towards Medical Research Among Medical Students in 21september university
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https://doi.org/10.65693/irss.2023.v4i1.433Keywords:
Knowledge, Attitude, Barriers, Medical Research, Medical Students, 21 September UniversityAbstract
Objectives: Standard methods are used to achieve new knowledge through research, which is defined as "a systematic collection of data that uses disciplined methods to answer questions or solve problems." In the context of health, research is a core and fundamental component of improving the health of a community. Therefore, it is essential that healthcare providers, especially doctors, possess adequate knowledge and skills to conduct research. The objective of this study is to assess the knowledge, attitude, and barriers toward research among medical students at 21 September University in Yemen. Specific objectives include identifying the attitudes and level of knowledge of medical students toward medical research, identifying perceived barriers to medical research, and exploring variations in responses based on gender, age, and faculty of study.
Results: The study found that the majority of medical students at 21 September University in Yemen had a positive attitude toward medical research and felt that it was important for their future careers. However, there were also significant barriers to conducting research, including a lack of research facilities and funding, and limited research skills among students. Significant variations were observed in attitudes, knowledge, and barriers toward research based on gender, age, and college affiliation. The findings suggest a need for targeted interventions to address these barriers and improve research capacity among medical students in Yemen.
Conclusion: The study found that the majority of medical students at 21 September University have positive attitudes towards research, recognizing its importance in developing critical thinking skills and improving medical care. Many students expressed motivation and interest in conducting research, with a high percentage agreeing on the need to involve undergraduate students in research. However, there were also obstacles identified, such as insufficient training and lack of time due to academic and extracurricular activities. The study suggests the importance of providing more training and support for students in conducting medical research, especially for undergraduate students. Overall, medical research is considered an essential part of medicine, and promoting its development among students can help achieve the desired goals of the medical field
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