Table 2. Average levels of stress among female GPs
Work characteristicsMean stress levelsTest runP valueSignificance
Sessions per weekWelch two-sample t-test0.018*
≤8 sessions a week3.53
≥9 sessions a week3.86
Practice sizeWelch two-sample t-test0.783na
Single-handed practice3.66
Group practice3.61
Caring dutiesWelch two-sample t-test0.152na
Yes3.62
No3.61
Additional paid rolesWelch two-sample t-test0.109na
Yes3.68
No3.48
GMS contractWelch two-sample t-test0.103na
Yes3.70
No3.31
Position in the practiceWelch two-sample t-test<0.001***
GP principal3.78
Other3.29
Experience of abuseWelch two-sample t-test0.015*
Yes3.66
No3.14
  • GMS = General Medical Services.