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A survey exploring research perception of homeopathic undergraduate students in West Bengal, India
Mundle, Malay; Saha, Subhranil; Koley, Munmun; Arya, Jogendra Singh; Choubey, Gurudev; Saha, Sangita; Ghosh, Aloke; Ganguly, Subhasish; Ghosh, Shubhamoy.
  • Mundle, Malay; West Bengal University of Health Sciences. Medical College. Kolkata. IN
  • Saha, Subhranil; Clinical Research Unit Homeopathy. Siliguri. IN
  • Koley, Munmun; Clinical Research Unit Homeopathy. Siliguri. IN
  • Arya, Jogendra Singh; Clinical Research Unit Homeopathy. Siliguri. IN
  • Choubey, Gurudev; Clinical Research Unit Homeopathy. Siliguri. IN
  • Saha, Sangita; Calcutta Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital. West Bengal. IN
  • Ghosh, Aloke; Midnapore Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital. West Bengal. IN
  • Ganguly, Subhasish; DN De Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital. West Bengal. IN
  • Ghosh, Shubhamoy; Mahesh Bhattacharyya Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital. West Bengal. IN
Int. j. high dilution res ; 13(46): 28-44, 2014. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-710800
ABSTRACT
Background: Prioritizing undergraduate research is emphasized to develop critical analytical skills and thinking, independent writing, future clinical practice, enhanced employability, and improved research productivity. Despite far reaching consequences, research perception of homeopathic undergraduate students has barely been investigated to date. Poor participation of homeopathic undergraduates in research is reflected by a single MEDLINE indexed publication with adequate students’ contribution in the last decade. We aimed to assess their knowledge and attitude towards research and to identify barriers towards successful conduct of research. Methods: Institutional cross-sectional survey was carried out during August-September, 2013 in the four Government undergraduate homeopathic schools in West Bengal, India involving 902 participants. A semi-structured questionnaire was developed for the purpose depending on earlier studies on medical undergraduates. 364 completed responses were analyzed in the end. Results: Study sample mostly spanned 18-25 years of age group (94%), belonged to urban families (44.8%), with no gender differences (almost 1:1) and no physicians in family (73.1%). Maximum complete responses were obtained from 3rd year students (61.5%) and students of Calcutta Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital (51.2%). In spite of willingness to participate and keeping a positive attitude towards research, current involvement, training, knowledge and awareness remained quite unsatisfactory. Lack of infrastructure was identified as the chief barrier towards research. Conclusion: Undergraduates had a positive attitude towards homeopathic research, but need a realistic understanding of the research process. Opportunities for research skill development are underdeveloped.
RESUMO
Introdução: Estimular a pesquisa no nível de graduação é considerado um recurso importante para o desenvolvimento da capacidade de análise e pensamento críticos, redação independente, prática clínica futura, melhorar as possibilidades de inserção no mercado de trabalho e a produtividade em pesquisa. Apesar dessas consequências de amplo alcance, a percepção sobre pesquisa de estudantes de graduação em homeopatia tem sido raramente investigada. A escassa participação em pesquisas de estudantes de graduação em homeopatia é evidenciado pelo achado de um único trabalho indexado em MedLine com expressiva participação de estudantes nos últimos 10 anos. O nosso objetivo consistiu em avaliar o conhecimento e atitude em relação à pesquisa e identificar as barreiras que impedem o sucesso na realização de pesquisas. Métodos: Um estudo transversal foi realizado entre agosto e setembro de 2013 nas quatro faculdades públicas de homeopatia na Bengala Ocidental, Índia, com um total de 902 participantes. Um questionário semiestruturado foi desenvolvido especificamente para este estudo baseado nos resultados de estudos anteriores realizados com estudantes de medicina. Um total de 364 questionários completos foi incluído na análise. Resultados: A maioria dos participantes tinha entre 18 e 25 anos de idade (94%), residia em áreas urbanas (44.8%) e não incluía médicos na família (73,1%). A amostra apresentou homogeneidade em relação ao sexo (quase 1:1). O maior número de questionários completos correspondeu a estudantes do 3o ano (61,5%) e da Faculdade e Hospital Homeopático de Calcutá (51,2%) [...] Conclusão: Os estudantes manifestaram atitude positiva em relação à pesquisa em homeopatia, porém precisam adquirir uma compreensão mais realista do processo de pesquisa. As oportunidades para desenvolvimento de competências de pesquisa são muito escassas.
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Full text: Available Index: LILACS (Americas) Main subject: Research Personnel / Students, Medical / Universities / Education, Continuing / Homeopathy Type of study: Observational study / Prevalence study / Prognostic study / Qualitative research Country/Region as subject: Asia Language: English Journal: Int. j. high dilution res Journal subject: Homeopathy / Terapias Complementares Year: 2014 Type: Article Affiliation country: India Institution/Affiliation country: Calcutta Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital/IN / Clinical Research Unit Homeopathy/IN / DN De Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital/IN / Mahesh Bhattacharyya Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital/IN / Midnapore Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital/IN / West Bengal University of Health Sciences/IN

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Full text: Available Index: LILACS (Americas) Main subject: Research Personnel / Students, Medical / Universities / Education, Continuing / Homeopathy Type of study: Observational study / Prevalence study / Prognostic study / Qualitative research Country/Region as subject: Asia Language: English Journal: Int. j. high dilution res Journal subject: Homeopathy / Terapias Complementares Year: 2014 Type: Article Affiliation country: India Institution/Affiliation country: Calcutta Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital/IN / Clinical Research Unit Homeopathy/IN / DN De Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital/IN / Mahesh Bhattacharyya Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital/IN / Midnapore Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital/IN / West Bengal University of Health Sciences/IN