Study of tolerance in professionals of helping professions in mental healthcare services
Results of the study of tolerance among 85 psychiatrists, psychotherapists, psychologists, and psychoanalists working in mental healthcare services (St. Petersburg and Ekaterinburg) are given. This research allowed us to study some aspects of tolerance and quality of life of these professionals. Particularly, it was shown that tolerance is higher in those received a second degree, regularly receiving post-graduate education and regularly participating in professional trainings (intervisions, supervisions). Mental and social indicators of life quality received the highest rating in psychiatrists. They were significantly higher than physical indicators. Mental domain was rated significantly higher by psychotherapists.