Table 5 Experienced difficulties in interpersonal relations and interactions

Inadequately treated by patients or co-workers

Rejected or discriminated as foreigner

Rejected or discriminated because of other attributes

One’s professional competencies are misjudged/mistrusted

Annoyed, impatient, or unsupportive reactions to (language) deficiencies and questions

Not appreciated for effort and achievements

Certain characteristics of patients or co-workers complicate teamwork/patient care

Co-worker of different opinion regarding adequate patient care

Co-workers lack necessary competencies or motivation

Hearing impaired/old patients’ inability of proper expression

Further difficulties in professional interactions/relations

Burdened by history of military conflict between countries of origin

Family issues impair professional performance

Diverse behaviour patterns and attitudes of people found irritating to infuriating