Effects of Aromatherapy Through Inhalation on Work Stress and Job Satisfaction Among Health Professionals

Area of Science:

• Occupational Health
• Complementary Medicine
• Psychology

Background:

• Work-related stress and low job satisfaction are prevalent issues among health professionals.
• These factors negatively impact healthcare quality and staff retention.
• Exploring accessible interventions is crucial for supporting this workforce.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the efficacy of lavender oil inhalation in mitigating work stress.
• To assess the impact of lavender oil inhalation on job satisfaction levels.
• To provide evidence for aromatherapy as a supportive measure in healthcare settings.

Main Methods:

• A randomized, experimental study involving 108 health professionals.
• Three groups were formed: lavender oil inhalation (intervention), distilled water inhalation (placebo), and no intervention (control).
• Data on work stress and job satisfaction were collected using validated questionnaires before and after a 5-day intervention period.

Main Results:

• No significant baseline differences in stress or satisfaction were observed between groups.
• The intervention group exposed to lavender oil showed significantly lower work stress post-intervention.
• The lavender oil group also reported significantly higher job satisfaction compared to placebo and control groups.

Conclusions:

• Lavender oil inhalation effectively decreases work stress in health professionals.
• Aromatherapy with lavender oil can significantly improve job satisfaction among healthcare workers.
• This study supports the use of lavender oil inhalation as a practical intervention to enhance workplace well-being.