Table 1 Proposed syllabus for a psychosocial sub-curriculum for dental students
1. Values and strengths Supporting motivation Establishing purpose and meaning Building relationships Enhancing wellbeing Belonging Decision-making | 2. Motivation Self-efficacy Autonomy Belonging Mindset Hope Deliberate practice |
3. Goals Setting specific and challenging goals (c.f. SMART) Performance versus learning goals Stretch goals Personal/academic/clinical goals | 4. Feedback and reflection Acceptance of feedback Utility of feedback Delivery of feedback Models of reflection Reflection versus rumination Support framework |
5. Managing self a) Wellbeing Presence/mindfulness Self-compassion Flow b) Building confidence c) Resilience Coping with stress/uncertainty Fear of failure Managing shame d) Emotional regulation | 6. Working with others Building positive relationships Psychological safety Equality, diversity and inclusion Emotional intelligence Management and leadership Challenging conversations |
