Mental health status and related factors influencing healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic review and meta-analysis

PLoS ONE, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 19(1), С. e0289454 - e0289454

Опубликована: Янв. 19, 2024

Background The mental health of healthcare workers during the coronavirus-2019 pandemic was seriously affected, and risk problems high. present study sought to systematically evaluate worldwide determine latest global frequency COVID-19 associated problems. Methods Data in Cumulative Index Nursing Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), EMBASE, Elsevier, MEDLINE, PubMed, PsycINFO Web Science before November 11, 2022, were searched. Cohort, case-control cross-sectional studies included. meta-analysis used a random effects model synthesize comprehensive prevalence rate Subgroup analyses performed based on time data collection; whether country or not developed; continent; doctors nurses; doctors/nurses vs. other workers; psychological evaluation scale. Results A total 161 included, including 341,014 worldwide, with women accounting for 82.8%. Occupationally, 16.2% doctors, 63.6% nurses 13.3% medical staff. During pandemic, 47% (95% confidence interval [CI], 35–60%) reported job burnout, 38% CI, 35–41%) experienced anxiety, 34% CI 30–38%) depression, 30% 29–31%) had acute stress disorder, 26% 21–31%) post-traumatic disorder. Conclusions found that there common among care pandemic. most followed by Although has been brought under control, its long-term impact cannot be ignored. Additional research is required develop measures prevent, monitor treat disorders workers.

Язык: Английский

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Mental health and wellbeing of health and aged care workers in Australia, May 2021 – June 2022: a longitudinal cohort study

The Medical Journal of Australia, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 218(8), С. 361 - 367

Опубликована: Апрель 9, 2023

Abstract Objectives To assess the mental health and wellbeing of aged care workers in Australia during second third years coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) pandemic, overall by occupation group. Design, setting, participants Longitudinal cohort study (ambulance, hospitals, primary care, residential care) Victoria: May–July 2021 (survey 1), October–December 2), May–June 2022 3). Main outcome measures Proportions respondents (adjusted for age, gender, socio‐economic status) reporting moderate to severe symptoms depression (Patient Health Questionnaire‐9, PHQ‐9), anxiety (Generalized Anxiety Disorder scale, GAD‐7), or post‐traumatic stress (Impact Event Scale‐6, IES‐6), burnout (abbreviated Maslach Burnout Inventory, aMBI), high optimism (10‐point visual analogue scale); mean scores (Personal Wellbeing Index–Adult, PWI‐A) resilience (Connor Davidson Resilience Scale 2, CD‐RISC‐2). Results A total 1667 people responded at least one survey 1, 989; 1153; 3, 993; response rate, 3.3%). Overall, 1211 responses were from women (72.6%); most hospital (1289, 77.3%) ambulance staff (315, 18.9%). The adjusted proportions who reported 16.4%; 22.6%; 19.2%), 8.8%; 16.0%; 11.0%), 14.6%; 35.1%; 14.9%) each largest 2. higher surveys 2 3 than smaller 1. Adjusted similar lower magnitude but not patterns change differed Conclusion was more frequently mid‐2022 mid‐2021 Victorian participated our study. Evidence‐based programs organisations are needed. Trial registration Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry: ACTRN12621000533897 (observational study; retrospective).

Язык: Английский

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Enhancing Psychological Resilience: Examining the Impact of Managerial Support on Mental Health Outcomes for Saudi Ambulance Personnel

Healthcare, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 11(9), С. 1277 - 1277

Опубликована: Апрель 29, 2023

Ambulance personnel are among the groups with high mental health risks. This study aims to investigate role of managerial support in determining well-being ambulance personnel, a group at risk for issues. A descriptive, cross-sectional survey design was conducted Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, February 2022, involving convenience sample 354 personnel. An online distributed via social media platforms. Manager behavior and were assessed using Behavior Questionnaire (MBQ) Short Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale (SWEMWBS). The participants represented nearly equal-sized from different agencies, 50.3% residing Riyadh Region 67.5% aged between 25 34. mean score manager 2.92 ± 1.124, while scale's 3.398 0.8219. Variance analyses revealed statistically significant differences concerning gender, age, residence, years experience (p < 0.05), as well Generalized linear regression analysis demonstrated relationship 0.01). Focusing on improving organizational management behaviors is promising strategy enhancing interventions Further research recommended monitor these professionals develop evidence-based their well-being.

Язык: Английский

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Prevalence of insomnia, fatigue and symptoms of mental health problems among emergency medical service nurses: a cross-sectional study

BMC Nursing, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 24(1)

Опубликована: Май 28, 2025

Emergency medical service nurses worldwide face continuous high-stress situations caused by critical incidents that can overwhelm them emotionally and affect their daily functioning sustainable employability. Repeated exposure to these negatively impacts mental health. The COVID-19 pandemic has further exacerbated issues, with high prevalence rates of insomnia fatigue among emergency serving as key predictors health problems. Until now little is known about the consequences on EMS nurses. This study, first its kind in Netherlands, aims assess insomnia, fatigue, symptoms problems identify associated risk factors. A national cross-sectional study was conducted Netherlands spring 2022. Data were collected through an online survey covering personal characteristics well validated scales anxiety, depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Prevalence 39.2% for 32.5% 18.4% 16.2% depression 10% Not recovering from linked higher odds while living alone insomnia. Working dispatcher more work experience increased fatigue. Regional differences services organizations full recovery showed result lower ambulance professionals. Insomnia are prevalent These conditions heighten severe potential sickness leave. Further research needed explore factors contributing issues develop targeted interventions supporting professionals sustainability. applicable.

Язык: Английский

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Impact of Teleworking on Work‐Related and Home‐Related Stress at During the First Global Lockdown–The International COVISTRESS Study

Brain and Behavior, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 15(6)

Опубликована: Май 30, 2025

ABSTRACT Background The initial lockdown during the pandemic of COVID‐19 led to adjustments in working conditions, including extensive use telecommuting whenever possible, putatively influencing both work‐related and home‐related stress. Objectives Our aim was measure impact teleworking on pandemic. Methods international study conducted using an online questionnaire collect demographic stress‐related data from individuals worldwide 2020 year. Work‐related stress levels were evaluated uncalibrated visual analog scale, with a range 0 (none) 100 (maximum). Results A total 13,537 44 countries completed survey between January June 2020. 7356 engaged professional activities. Of these, 6639 continued work, which 2573 carried as usual 4066 teleworked. teleworkers demonstrated considerably ( p < 0.001) lower level (58 ± 31.6) comparison those who maintained their work schedule (63.6 31.1). However, there no statistically significant variation two groups. risk high (stress > 80) multiplied by 1.76 women (1.54 2.01; 0.001), 1.43 (1.27 1.61; for did not telework, 5.31 (4.57 6.18; 80), 1.46 (1.22 1.76; continents outside Europe. Home‐related is also factor stress, vice versa. Sociodemographic factors higher age 50 years old, women, h per week, Europe, longer factors. Conclusion Telework emerged viable option phase global This mode associated compared workers required conventional manner. In terms telecommuters experienced more than usual.

Язык: Английский

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Organizational responses to the COVID-19 pandemic in Victoria, Australia: A qualitative study across four healthcare settings

Frontiers in Public Health, Год журнала: 2022, Номер 10

Опубликована: Сен. 29, 2022

Objective Organizational responses that support healthcare workers (HCWs) and mitigate health risks are necessary to offset the impact of COVID-19 pandemic. We aimed understand how HCWs key personnel working in settings Melbourne, Australia perceived their employing organizations' Method In this qualitative study, conducted May-July 2021 as part longitudinal Coronavirus Victorian Healthcare Aged Care Workers (COVIC-HA) we purposively sampled interviewed from organizations across hospital, ambulance, aged care primary (general practice) settings. also examined HCWs' free-text a question about organizational resources and/or supports COVIC-HA Study's baseline survey. thematically analyzed data using an iterative process. Results interviews with 28 21 365 HCWs, yielding three major themes: navigating changing uncertain environment, maintaining service delivery during pandemic , meeting safety psychological needs staff . valued efforts engage openly honesty staff, proactive such strategies enhance workplace (e.g., personal protective equipment spotters). Suggestions for improvement identified themes included streamlined information processes, greater involvement decision-making, increased investment wellbeing initiatives sustainable approaches strengthen workforce. Conclusions This study provides in-depth insights into challenges successes four environment Future acute stressors on should include strong focus bidirectional communication, effective realistic sustain workforce, flexible meaningful HCWs.

Язык: Английский

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Management Support for Healthcare Workers’ Mental Health and Burnout during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cohort Study

Sustainability, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 15(17), С. 12766 - 12766

Опубликована: Авг. 23, 2023

The aim was to examine mental health and burnout among frontline critical care healthcare workers caring for COVID-19 patients. A cohort study conducted in hospitals with Burnout of high, median. Differences emotional exhaustion, personal accomplishment, depersonalization, satisfaction, were found during the pandemic. positive correlation between exhaustion a higher number patients, workload, concern health, workplace stress established. At end third wave, high depersonalization had decreased by one-third. When occupational levels are psychologically supporting is essential preserving their well-being.

Язык: Английский

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Worsening general health and psychosocial wellbeing of Australian hospital allied health practitioners during the COVID-19 pandemic

Australian Health Review, Год журнала: 2022, Номер 47(1), С. 124 - 130

Опубликована: Сен. 30, 2022

Objective To describe self-reported general and psychological health for allied practitioners at an Australian acute public service over three time points within the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Methods This study collected data from cross-sectional online surveys points: May–June 2020 (T1), October–November (T2) November–December 2021 (T3). The self-report questionnaire consisted of demographic questions, a question 21-item version Depression Anxiety Stress Scales (DASS-21). Results A total 308 responses were received (T1 n = 135, T2 78, T3 95) representatives eight professions. proportion reporting poor significantly increased time, as did mean scores on all DASS-21 sub-scales. General status was also associated with subscale scores. between T1 T2, while depression T3. Significant increases in stress recorded across intervals. Between T3, moderate, severe, or extremely severe symptoms (10.3–30.9%), anxiety (5.2–18.2%) (13.3–36.3%). Conclusion appears to be worsening COVID-19 pandemic continues. Organisational strategies support workforce care settings must address cumulative effects prolonged pressure their psychosocial health. Support need responsive changes wellbeing different phases

Язык: Английский

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Health and Wellbeing of Regional and Rural Australian Healthcare Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Baseline Cross-Sectional Findings from the Loddon Mallee Healthcare Worker COVID-19 Study—A Prospective Cohort Study

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 21(5), С. 649 - 649

Опубликована: Май 20, 2024

Background: Coronavirus 19 (COVID-19) has created complex pressures and challenges for healthcare systems worldwide; however, little is known about the impacts COVID-19 had on regional/rural workers. The Loddon Mallee Healthcare Worker Study (LMHCWCS) cohort was established to explore describe immediate long-term of pandemic regional rural Methods: Eligible workers employed within 23 different organisations located in region Victoria, Australia, were included. In this study, a total 1313 participants recruited from November 2020–May 2021. Symptoms depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, burnout measured using Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9), Generalised Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7), Impact Events Scale-6 (IES-6), Copenhagen Burnout Inventory (CBI), respectively. Resilience optimism Brief Scale Life Orientation Test—Revised (LOT-R), Subjective fear Fear Scale. Results: These cross-sectional baseline findings demonstrate that experiencing moderate/severe depressive symptoms (n = 211, 16.1%), moderate severe anxiety 193, 14.7%), high personal or patient/client with median scores 46.4 (IQR 28.6) 25.0 29.2), There degree COVID-19-related fear. However, most demonstrated normal/high resilience 854, 65.0%). Based self-reporting, 15.4% BMI 18.5 24.9 kgm2 37.0% have 25 over. Overall, 7.3% reported they current smokers 20.6% alcohol consumption considered moderate/high-risk drinking. Only 21.2% sample consuming four more serves vegetables daily 37.8% two fruit daily. 48.0% who having poor sleep quality Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Conclusion: Regional/rural psychological distress during early stages pandemic. resilience. Findings will be used inform policy options support responding future pandemics.

Язык: Английский

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Common herbs for stress: The science and strategy of a botanical medicine approach to self-care

Journal of Interprofessional Education & Practice, Год журнала: 2022, Номер 30, С. 100592 - 100592

Опубликована: Дек. 10, 2022

Язык: Английский

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