Effectiveness of a stress management program in continuous care nursing professionals
Edgar Galindo1, Rodrigo Pires2, Luisa Gracio3
1Comprehensive Health Research Center, University of Evora, Evora, Portugal.
This study shows that a cognitive-behavioral training program effectively reduced stress symptoms in nursing professionals. The program improved coping skills and reduced physiological, cognitive, and emotional stress indicators.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health Psychology
- Nursing Education
- Behavioral Medicine
Background:
- Nursing is a high-pressure profession with significant psychological impact.
- Occupational stress in nurses poses a public health concern, affecting individuals and work quality.
- Research on stress management strategies for high-risk professions like nursing is limited.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a cognitive-behavioral training program for stress management in nursing professionals.
- To assess the impact of the program on physiological, cognitive, and emotional stress symptoms.
- To explore changes in coping skills among participants.
Main Methods:
- A cognitive-behavioral stress management training program was implemented.
- The study involved a sample of 5 nursing professionals from an intensive care unit.
- A multiple baseline design was used, with quantitative and qualitative measures for evaluation.
Main Results:
- The stress management program significantly reduced physiological, cognitive, and emotional stress symptoms.
- Participants demonstrated improved coping skills and efficacy.
- Correlations were observed between different measures of stress and coping.
Conclusions:
- The cognitive-behavioral training program was effective in reducing stress among nursing professionals.
- The findings support the hypothesis that targeted interventions can mitigate occupational stress in nursing.
- Further research is warranted to explore broader applications and long-term effects.
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