Burnout syndrome and job satisfaction of forensic medical personnel

Authors

Sofía Soledad Alva Vásquez
Instituto de Medicina Legal
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0892-7364

Keywords:

burnout syndrome, job satisfaction, legal medicine

Synopsis

This book addresses the complex interrelationship between burnout syndrome and job satisfaction in forensic medical personnel, a field of study with significant implications for the mental health of professionals, the quality of the service they provide, and the effectiveness of the judicial system. In a work context characterized by high pressure, exposure to traumatic situations, and responsibility for decisions that directly impact people's lives, understanding the dynamics of burnout and job satisfaction is crucial to promoting the well-being of professionals, ensuring the quality of justice, and strengthening the judicial system as a whole. The scarcity of research on this topic in the Peruvian context, where forensic medical personnel face particular challenges and realities, justifies the need for this study to make the problem visible, generate knowledge, and propose solutions that adapt to the specific needs of this professional group. This book seeks to fill that gap, providing empirical evidence and theoretical analysis that contribute to a better understanding of burnout and job satisfaction in Peruvian forensic medicine.

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Author Biography

Sofía Soledad Alva Vásquez, Instituto de Medicina Legal

Medical surgeon, Master in University Teaching, Master in Forensic Medicine, Master in Occupational Health. Lawyer and Doctor of Law.

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Published

November 12, 2024

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