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  • Psychology

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  • The COVID-19 pandemic imposed extreme psychological distress on frontline Healthcare Workers (HCWs).
  • This study investigates burnout, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and resilience among HCWs.
  • It also evaluates the effectiveness of institutional mental health support.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the prevalence of psychological distress and resilience in HCWs during the pandemic.
  • To identify key factors contributing to and protecting against psychological distress.
  • To analyze the impact of institutional mental health interventions.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional longitudinal study combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews.
  • 500 HCWs from diverse healthcare settings participated.
  • Validated instruments measured burnout, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and resilience.

Main Results:

  • High prevalence of psychological distress: 42.5% burnout, 35.2% anxiety, 29.8% depression, 21.4% PTSD.
  • Factors contributing to distress included long hours, high patient volume, and lack of PPE.
  • Workplace support was found to be a protective factor against distress.

Conclusions:

  • HCWs experienced severe psychological distress during the pandemic.
  • There is a need for enhanced mental health policies and organizational support.
  • Increased access to digital mental health interventions is recommended.