Promoting mental health in the workplace: web software development and validation.
Evelin Daiane Gabriel Pinhatti1,2, Regina Celia Bueno Rezende Machado1, Rosangela Aparecida Pimenta1
1Universidade Estadual de Londrina, Londrina, PR, Brasil.
Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem
|September 25, 2024
Summary
A new web software program was developed and validated to promote workplace mental health. High content validity (0.98) and technical validity (0.97) scores indicate its potential effectiveness.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Digital Health
- Psychology
Background:
- Workplace mental health is a growing concern, necessitating innovative digital solutions.
- Existing interventions often lack comprehensive, validated digital tools for promotion.
- Web-based platforms offer scalable and accessible avenues for mental health support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate a web software program for workplace mental health promotion.
- To ensure both the content accuracy and technical functionality of the software.
- To provide a robust digital tool for enhancing employee well-being.
Main Methods:
- A three-stage methodological approach: umbrella review, web software development, and expert validation.
- Involved 14 expert judges for content and technical validation.
- Utilized descriptive statistics and content validity index (CVI) for analysis.
Main Results:
- Web software developed with dimensions including mental health education, coworker support, promotion strategies, and self-assessment.
- High overall content validity index (CVI) of 0.98.
- High technical validity index (CVI) of 0.97.
Conclusions:
- The validated web software demonstrates significant potential for promoting mental health in the workplace.
- Expert agreement and incorporated suggestions underscore the tool's utility.
- Digital solutions like this web software are crucial for advancing occupational mental health initiatives.
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