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- Figure 1. Conceptual diagram of the moderating factors of GP engagement with informal peer support. Focal GP = the individual seeking support. Target GPs = individuals sought to provide support.
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GP characteristic n Sex Male 8 Female 7 Years of registration 1–5 5 6–10 2 >10 8 GP role Partner 7 Salaried 3 Locum 3 Trainee 2 Practice location London 6 North East England 1 North West England 1 Yorkshire and the Humber 1 East Midlands 1 West Midlands 1 East of England 4 Number of GPs at current practice <5 5 ≥5 10 Years working at current practice 1–5 9 6–10 2 >10 4 Type of informal peer support Definition Example Participant expressing theme, n Emotional support Sharing emotional burden with colleagues, primarily in relation to challenging work-related experiences ‘Just ranting to them for even five minutes helps.’ (GP12) 13 Professional advice Informal guidance and reassurance from peers about work-related matters ‘If there’s something we’re not too sure about, we can run it past each other.’ (GP13) 13 Sharing workload Redistribution of work-related tasks among colleagues ‘If one person is getting very stressed and feels overwhelmed, we pool the work.’ (GP2) 11 Mentorship Younger, less-experienced GPs gaining advice and support from more knowledgeable, senior GPs ‘What would help is having a mentor, a colleague, where some time could be blocked off to speak to them.’ (GP14) 7 Themes Sub-themes Individual Approachability Self-perception Relatability Familiarity Practice Culture of camaraderie Shared space Psychological safety Protected time Leadership Occupation Job demands Siloes Hierarchy
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