Imposter Syndrome in Undergraduate Medical Students

Imposter Syndrome (IS), described by Pauline Clance, is characterized by feelings of unworthiness of success and fear of being exposed as a fraud, despite evidence to the contrary. The study examined the occurrence of IS among medical students, revealing that factors such as critical family dynamics and external pressures contribute to the development of the syndrome, being more common among women. The research suggests that IS can affect the mental health and academic performance of these students, recommending cognitive behavioral therapy as an approach to managing the condition.