Aktywność zawodowa a zaburzenia nastroju wśród absolwentów fizjoterapii Akademii Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu

Background. The aim of the paper was to provide knowledge about socio-economic status and severity of mood disorders among 2012/2013 physiotherapy graduates from the University School of Physical Education in Wroclaw. Material and methods. The study analyzed 101 physiotherapy graduates (mean age 24.2). The research was carried out with the use of a diagnostic survey method. The self-made questionnaire examined the respondents’ employment and economic situation. In addition, the Beck Depression Inventory which assesses symptoms of depression demonstratively was used. Results. 75% of respondents were employed, 13% were unemployed, the others continued their education. One third of the employees were earning less than 10 PLN/h net, 26% of respondents indicated the option 10–15 PLN/h net, 20% of respondents had an income level above 16 PLN/h net. One fifth of graduates reported symptoms of depressed mood and mental health problems. Conclusions. A large number of respondents were economically active persons. On the other hand, unemployment was a huge problem whose rate is similar to the general unemployment rate in Poland.