The work environment of junior doctors: their perspectives and coping strategies.

Objective: This study explores the associations between psychological distress in junior doctors and their work environment and how they cope with work stressors.

Methods: A cross-sectional survey designed by Health Education and Training Institute was delivered in 2014 to over 1900 junior doctors across 15 hospital networks through Australian Capital Territory and New South Wales. Psychological distress was evaluated using the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale-10 (K10).