Sanches, Beatriz Palombarini [UNESP]Silva, Nilson Rogerio da [UNESP]Silva, Meire Luci [UNESP]2018-11-262018-11-262018-01-01Cadernos Brasileiros De Terapia Ocupacional-brazilian Journal Of Occupational Therapy. Sao Carlos: Cuba Editora, v. 26, n. 1, p. 153-161, 2018.2526-8910http://hdl.handle.net/11449/164033Introduction: Preparation for professional practice concurrent with personal growth of the students graduating from Occupational Therapy can trigger stress. Objective: The present research aimed to evaluate the prevalence of stress indicators in 31 students graduating from the course of occupational therapy of a public University. Method: Data were collected through a semi-structured interview for characterization of the profile of the participants and the Lipp Stress Symptoms inventory. Results: The results indicated that all were female, age of 21 years and 4 months old and single. The majority (84%) presented indicators of stress in some phases, with predominance of resistance (61.5%), followed by exhaustion (34.6%). Students have reported difficulties in meeting the training rules, reduced recreation and leisure time, emotional involvement with the patients problems. They also reported good relationsship with supervisors and students. Conclusion: The results reveal the need for emotional support as a primary factor for the students' academic and professional success.153-161engStudentsStressOccupational TherapyArtigo10.4322/2526-8910.ctoAO1025WOS:000428537400018Acesso restrito