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Factors associated with posttraumatic growth among healthcare workers at an academic-medical center: A correlational

Chizimuzo T C Okoli1, Sarret Seng1

  • 1University of Kentucky College of Nursing, Lexington, Kentucky, USA.

Perspectives in Psychiatric Care
|May 1, 2021
PubMed

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Healthcare workers with children and those treating pediatric patients reported higher posttraumatic growth (PTG). Understanding these factors can guide interventions to improve wellbeing after trauma.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Healthcare Management
  • Trauma Studies

Background:

  • Posttraumatic growth (PTG) is a positive psychological change experienced by some individuals after adversity.
  • Healthcare workers (HCWs) face unique stressors and potential traumatic events.
  • Identifying factors influencing PTG in HCWs is crucial for supporting their wellbeing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate factors associated with posttraumatic growth experiences among healthcare workers.
  • To examine the relationship between demographic and professional characteristics and PTG in an academic medical center setting.

Main Methods:

  • A correlational study design was employed.
  • Data were collected from a convenience sample of 479 healthcare workers.
  • Statistical analyses identified significant associations with PTG scores.

Main Results:

  • Factors positively associated with greater PTG included having children at home, serving the pediatric population, longer alcohol abstinence, and prior trauma treatment.
  • Certain HCW roles (advance practice providers, nursing, social work/psychology, pharmacy) reported lower PTG compared to non-direct care staff.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding the nuances of PTG in HCWs can inform targeted support strategies.
  • Interventions aimed at promoting wellbeing should consider individual and professional factors influencing positive adaptation to trauma.
Abstract

Keywords:
Healthcare workersoccupational healthpositive psychologyposttraumatic growthtrauma exposure

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