Abstract
Background: The aim of this study is to develop a scale and evaluate its' validity and reliability to measure the joy in work of doctors.Methods: Based on literature review and panel discussion, the scale framework and item pool were determined. Next, the items were modified by two rounds of expert consultation. Then the pre-investigation was applied and the formal version of scale was formed. Last, the reliability and validity of the scale were tested with 426 physicians.Results: The scale was composed of four dimensions: work autonomy needs, competency identification needs, competency perception needs and work relationship needs. Each dimension had 7 items, and both reliability and validity were acceptable. The Cronbach α coefficient and half-reliability coefficient of the whole scale were 0.954 (>0.9) and 0.974 (>0.9). The Spearman correlations of item-total score ranged from 0.556 to 0.749, indicating a good-item total score correlation. The χ 2/ df, RMSEA, RMR, GFI, CFI, and TLI, CFA of the maximum likelihood method supported a good fit with the model.Conclusions: Based on the self-determination theory, this study develops a scale to measure the joy in work of doctors. It has good validation and reliability, which is useful for doctors and medical institutions to take steps to improve happiness.
Highlights
The mental health of healthcare workers has come under renewed attention during the COVID19 pandemic
A research in Wuhan showed that the percentage of depression, anxiety, insomnia and pain of front-line medical staff were 50.4, 44.6, 34.0, and 71.5%, respectively [2]
A systematic review of 13 studies from the UK revealed that the prevalence of anxiety, depression, and insomnia was 23.2, 22.8, and 38.9%, respectively [4]
Summary
The mental health of healthcare workers has come under renewed attention during the COVID19 pandemic. The proportion of doctors who felt panic, helplessness, loneliness, fatigue, mental distress, anxiety and depression increased significantly due to the negative impact of work stress and patient outcomes [1,2,3]. A research in Wuhan showed that the percentage of depression, anxiety, insomnia and pain of front-line medical staff were 50.4, 44.6, 34.0, and 71.5%, respectively [2]. A systematic review of 13 studies from the UK revealed that the prevalence of anxiety, depression, and insomnia was 23.2, 22.8, and 38.9%, respectively [4]. In this case, the mental health of medical staff has become a priority in the world. The aim of this study is to develop a scale and evaluate its’ validity and reliability to measure the joy in work of doctors
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