Burnout Syndrome Research Articles

Reliability and validity of the Turkish version of the mental health professionals stigma scale for occupational stress and burnout

ABSTRACT The research was conducted to adapt the Mental Health Professionals Stigma Scale for Occupational Stress and Burnout to Turkish culture and make its validity and reliability. This methodological research was conducted in six different tertiary care hospitals and one state hospital. The research sample consisted of n = 188 mental health professionals (psychiatrists, nurses, psychiatric nurses, psychologists, social workers/experts, occupational therapists), and test-re-test analysis was carried out among 30 professionals. Exploratory factor analysis indicated a three-factor structure with 12 items, accounting for 51.65% of the variation. RMSEA, SRMR, GFI, and χ2/df, which explain the fit indices of the 12-item and 3-factor structure of the scale, were all at an acceptable range. Regarding reliability analysis, the scale was determined to be reliable based on the α coefficient. The research identified that the Turkish version of the scale is a valid and reliable tool for the evaluation of stigmatizing attitudes and beliefs regarding occupational stress and burnout among mental health professionals. It is thought that it will contribute to developing help-seeking and mental health interventions among mental health professionals.

SÍNDROME DE BURNOUT ENTRE ENFERMEIROS

The study carried out an integrative review research seeking to identify, through literature, the occurrence of Burnout Syndrome (BS) and professional exhaustion among professional nurses. Since BS is a psychosocial condition resulting from chronic stress in the workplace and considering the increase in BS cases among nurses, it is important to investigate the stressors related to nurses' work. 18 articles, published between 2019 and 2023, were selected to compose the study. The results showed moderate/high levels of BS in nursing professionals in various work sectors, related to a variety of predictive factors such as: emotional exhaustion, dissatisfaction, lack of investment in people and resources. It is worth highlighting that stress, overload, emotional exhaustion, dissatisfaction, frustration, devaluation, were associated with feelings of suffering. Warning that nurses are falling ill as a result of inadequate working conditions, physical, mental and emotional overload, occupational stress and lack of recognition. Therefore, it is important to create strategies that can contribute to reducing cases, enabling nurses to acquire more emotional, mental, quality of life at work, well-being and psychosocial support, generating healthy work environments.

Teacher burnout: psychological risk factors

Introduction. The definition of psychological predictors of teacher emotional burnout can enhance scientific understanding of the specific factors contributing to its occurrence in contemporary pedagogical contexts. Additionally, it can identify the individual psychological characteristics of educators that are most susceptible to burnout, thereby facilitating targeted interventions that will aid in the development of effective preventive measures.Aim. The present research aimed to identify and describe the psychological risk factors associated with the occurrence of emotional burnout among teachers.Methodology and research methods. The study of emotional burnout and the psychological characteristics of teachers’ personalities was conducted remotely using the Yandex Forms tool in 2024. A total of 1,054 educators participated in the study. The diagnostic tools package included the following methods: the Emotional Burnout Diagnosis (V. V. Boyko), the Emotional Intelligence Inventory – EmIn (D. V. Lyusin), the Integrative Anxiety Test (A. P. Bizyuk, L. I. Wasserman, B. V. Iovlev), the Motivation of Professional Activity Diagnosis (K. Zamfir, modified by A. Rean), and a methodology for assessing overall job satisfaction. The mathematical and statistical analysis of the results was conducted using descriptive statistics and linear regression analysis, which involved both forced inclusion and sequential exclusion of independent variables.Results. The research findings indicate that the issue of emotional burnout syndrome is indeed a pressing concern for the pedagogical community. Specifically, 16.3% of respondents exhibit a phase of tension, 40% demonstrate a pronounced phase of resistance, and 19.8% of teachers have been diagnosed with a developed phase of exhaustion. Based on regression analysis, a model of psychological risk factors contributing to teachers’ emotional burnout has been constructed.Scientific novelty. The scientific novelty lies in the examination of emotional burnout not only in terms of its prevalence among educators in various educational institutions but also in identifying potential predictors that may serve as risk factors for the development of this professional deformation among teaching staff.Practical significance arises from the potential to utilise the obtained results in developing targeted measures to prevent emotional burnout among teachers.

Occupational Burnout of Greek Primary Education Teachers

The occupational burnout resulting from the high levels of stress which teachers face is a phenomenon that may have severe consequences on both teachers themselves and the educational process as a whole. Factors contributing to primary education (P.E.) teachers’ occupational burnout are also the constant requirements for professional development, increased workload, difficult working conditions and high expectations from parents and society. The work-related stress that P.E. teachers face is a serious issue that calls for attention and must be dealt with, both by teachers themselves and the educational system stakeholders overall. What are Greek P.E. teachers’ views about the occupational burnout and the factors causing it? What are the consequences of the occupational burnout of P.E. teachers on themselves and the educational process? How are teachers dealing with it? This paper aims at answering these questions.

Occurrence of Stress and Burnout Among Nurses Employed in a Psychiatric Hospital and a Somatic Hospital—A Comparative Analysis (Nursing Workload KEGA č. 011KU-4/2024)

Work-related stress has been linked to various negative outcomes among healthcare professionals. For nurses, stress can arise from numerous sources, including their interactions with patients. It is often perceived that nurses working in psychiatric hospitals experience greater stress and occupational burnout compared to nurses working in somatic hospitals. However, there is limited research addressing this specific issue. To bridge this gap, a study was conducted to compare the stress levels of nurses working in a psychiatric hospital and a somatic hospital within the same city. Background/Objectives: The aim of this paper was to report on the prevalence of stress and burnout among surveyed nurses employed in a somatic hospital and in a psychiatric hospital. Methods: The study group consisted of a total of 379 nurses—189 employed at a somatic hospital and 190 employed at a psychiatric hospital. The primary test used for statistical analyses was the nonparametric Mann–Whitney U test for assessing differences. Additionally, correlations between ordinal or quantitative variables were analyzed using Spearman’s rho coefficient. Results: Among respondents working at a somatic hospital, the average levels of occupational burnout, emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and sense of personal accomplishment were moderate. Similar results were observed among respondents employed at a psychiatric hospital. Conclusions: The workplace does not significantly differentiate professional burnout or coping strategies among the nurses surveyed. Among nurses working in hospitals for somatic patients, levels of depersonalization, turning to religion, and seeking support increase with age and seniority. In contrast, psychiatric nurses show higher levels of emotional exhaustion and overall MBI burnout as they age.

The study of the level of professional burnout among pharmacists

Aim. To determine the level of professional burnout among pharmacists in different regions of Ukraine and evaluate the main factors contributing to the occurrence of this condition. Materials and methods. During the study, the methods of system analysis, generalization, comparison, logical analysis, as well as the survey method according to Maslach and the developed author’s questionnaire were used. Results. Most pharmaceutical workers experience fatigue, reduced interest in work and difficulty waking up in the morning, which indicates a high level of occupational stress and burnout. In addition, a significant percentage of respondents complain of emotional exhaustion and depression, which deepens the negative impact on their motivation. The main factors contributing to burnout are job monotony, low financial remuneration, workplace conflicts and lack of proper support from colleagues and management. In addition, most pharmaceutical workers feel that their work is underestimated, which reduces overall satisfaction with the profession. The consequences of professional burnout are deterioration in the quality of customer service, an increase in the number of errors in the pharmacists’ work, and an increase in staff turnover in pharmacies. Conclusions. The vast majority of pharmacists experience signs of professional burnout, which often forces them to change their workplace or even their field of activity. In order to reduce this phenomenon, it is necessary to take comprehensive measures aimed at optimizing the workload, providing psychological support, creating favorable working conditions and properly evaluating the professional efforts of pharmaceutical workers. Special attention should be paid to the implementation of programs for the development of professional stress management skills.

Scenario-based simulation training, occupational burnout and psychological capital in hospital-based nursing instructors: A cross-sectional study

AimThis study aimed to scrutinize the extent of engagement in the implementation of scenario-based simulation training within hospital settings and the status of occupational burnout and psychological capital among nursing instructors. MethodsThis research spanned from August 2022 to June 2023. A total of 172 nursing instructors from 67 hospitals participated in an electronic survey, which included knowledge, attitudes, and practices questionnaires related to scenario-based simulation training, the Maslach burnout inventory-general survey for assessing occupational burnout, and the 24-item Psychological Capital Questionnaire. ResultsThe findings revealed that the average scores for knowledge and attitude in scenario-based simulation training among the 172 nursing instructors were (54.85 ± 13.26) and (76.55 ± 28.82), respectively. Out of these, 105 instructors (61.0%) have engaged in scenario-based simulation training, with an average practice score of (64.0 ± 25.4). Psychological capital emerged as a significant influencing factor on the attitudes and practices of nursing instructors in scenario-based simulation training (p = .046, p = .004, respectively). Positive correlations were observed between knowledge, attitude, and practice, while a positive association was noted between occupational burnout and psychological capital. ConclusionNursing instructors exhibited a relatively low proficiency in knowledge acquisition, positive attitudinal disposition, and inadequacy in engagement concerning scenario-based simulation training. The study advocated for the augmentation of standardized training programs tailored specifically for nursing instructors in scenario-based simulation training. Additionally, the study underscored the importance of prioritizing interventions that could enhance the psychological capital of nursing instructors as a pivotal strategy to ameliorate the overall quality of simulation training.

SÍNDROME DE BURNOUT ENTRE PROFISSIONAIS ATUANTES NA ASSISTÊNCIA HOSPITALAR

Burnout syndrome is characterized as a psychosocial phenomenon that occurs as a chronic response to interpersonal stressors in work situations. And these occur in the conditions present in a direct situation, related to the organization, to the content of the work and the performance of tasks. This syndrome occurs in a characteristic process followed by three dimensions: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and decreased professional productivity. The objective of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of burnout syndrome among the nursing team in a hospital located in the north of Minas Gerais. A quantitative and exploratory research was carried out, with field survey, cross-sectional and quantitative analysis. It was found that, in relation to emotional exhaustion and personal fulfillment, there was a change in variance in relation to the maximum expected score. Thus, preventive measures for burnout syndrome should be entitled, such as reducing the workload and favoring working conditions that positively favor the relationship of nursing professionals within the institution.

Job burnout among Polish dentists: the role of sensory processing sensitivity and emotional intelligence.

Job strain in dentistry makes the profession highly susceptible to occupational burnout. People with high sensory processing sensitivity (SPS) perceive workplace as more stressful and more demanding. Emotional intelligence (EI) is both a trait and an ability, which helps individuals adapt to the environment and reduces burnout. This study examines the relationship between SPS and burnout among Polish dentists and whether EI may be a protective factor against burnout in a group of highly sensitive dentists. Polish dentists (N = 201) answered a questionnaire, the short Polish version of the Highly Sensitive Person Scale (HSPS-10), the Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire - Short Form (TEIQue-SF), the Oldenburg Burnout Inventory (OLBI), and the demographic data questionnaire. Moderated hierarchical regression analyses showed that SPS can predict burnout factors exhaustion (p < 0.001) and disengagement (p = 0.012). Higher trait SPS was associated with higher burnout factors. Emotional intelligence can predict burnout factors exhaustion (p < 0.001) and disengagement (p < 0.001). Higher trait EI was associated with lower burnout factors. Also it turned out that EI moderates the relationship between SPS and burnout factor exhaustion (p = 0.015). The findings illustrated reverse buffering effect. UNIANOVA analyses showed that EI may have a protective effect on burnout, although this effect decreases for exhaustion and disappears for disengagement in the group of highly sensitive dentists. Sensory processing sensitivity can help to identify dentists who are at risk to develop burnout. Training to increase EI levels can be implemented to reduce the risk of burnout among dentists, although it appears to be insufficient among those at higher risk, i.e., the highly sensitive dentists. This shows the importance of searching for other possible factors that could protect highly sensitive dentists from burnout. Int J Occup Med Environ Health. 2024;37(5).

Occupational Risk Factors for Burnout Syndrome Among Healthcare Professionals: A Global Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Health professionals are disproportionately affected by burnout compared to other occupational groups. This study aims to systematically review and meta-analyze thirteen occupational risk factors related to burnout syndrome among health professionals globally. A comprehensive literature search was conducted in August 2023. The protocol was registered in The International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (PROSPERO), registration number CRD42023396081. Using a random-effects model, this meta-analysis assessed the association between occupational risk factors and burnout, reporting odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs). The meta-analysis included 109 studies from diverse global locations. Key factors influencing burnout included workplace bullying, job stress, and poor communication, with protective factors such as supportive work environments, adequate staffing, and individual resilience. All risk factors examined showed a significant positive relationship with burnout incidence. Workplace bullying was strongly associated with increased burnout (OR 4.05–15.01, p &lt; 0.001). Similarly, low job satisfaction and high job stress were strongly associated with burnout, with ORs of 5.05 (95% CI 3.88–6.56, p &lt; 0.001) and 4.21 (95% CI 1.62–10.94, p = 0.003), respectively. The review findings highlight the importance of addressing these risk factors through enhanced supportive work environments and promoting personal resilience strategies.

The influence of computer technologies used on the performance indicators and the risk of professional burnout of therapeutic doctors

The article tells that, to date, the impact of excessive use of computer technology (CT) on the performance of internists and the occurrence of professional burnout syndrome (PBS) has not been sufficiently studied. The authors present the results of their own research on these issues. The study aims to identify the main indicators of changes in the parameters of mental performance and to assess the risks of professional burnout among therapeutic specialists who actively use information technology. The researchers formed the main sample: 140 specialist doctors (94 women and 46 men) aged 27 to 75 years (average age 46.16±10.67 years)), and divided into two subgroups: the first included 65 respondents (45 women and 20 men) aged 27–75 (average age 44.6±9.8 years) who actively use information and communication technologies in work practice and daily life for less than 6 hours a day, the second subgroup included 75 respondents (49 women and 26 men) 28–73 years old (average age 44.8±9.3 years), actively using information and communication technologies in their work practice and daily life for more than 6 hours a day. To assess mental performance during the working day and week, as well as to study preclinical symptoms of overwork, the authors used: the questionnaire "Degree of chronic fatigue" (A.B. Leonova and I.V. Shishkina; modification — 2003), the method of finding numbers in the Platonov table, a proof-reading test (Bourdon test). The authors also used a visual analyzer with a table (Landolt rings) as a test for assessing throughput. The authors used the following data to assess the risks of emotional burnout: the scale for diagnosing emotional burnout of a person according to V.V. Boyko, the questionnaire for determining the level of mental burnout Maslach (MBI) in the Russian adaptation for medical workers from 2007 at the Bekhterev NIPNI. When analyzing the risks of professional burnout using the MBI questionnaire, the level of emotional exhaustion among respondents using information technology for more than 6 hours a day (43.01±8.7 points) was significantly higher compared to doctors using information technology for less than 6 hours a day (34.5±9.0 points) (Mann–Whitney U test: U=1149, p&lt;0.00001). Indicators of the risk of emotional burnout of a person on the V.V. Boyko scale among internists using information technology for more than 6 hours a day is significantly higher in all three phases: tension, resistance and exhaustion (76,2±15,0; 72,4±14,3; 84,6±15,5 points, respectively) (Mann–Whitney U test: U=1013, p&lt;0.00001; Mann–Whitney U test: U=1302.5, p&lt;0.00001; Mann–Whitney U test: U=1175.5, p&lt;0.00001). The fatigue rates of internists using information technology for more than 6 hours a day are significantly higher compared to the subgroup using CT for less than 6 hours a day (Mann–Whitney U test: U=1618.5, p=0.00062). The vast majority of internists working in hospitals use modern information technologies in their clinical practice, which significantly increases the effectiveness of medical care. Aspects of the influence of computed tomography on the performance of doctors and on the risk of developing professional burnout syndrome (PBS) and psychoemotional disorders (anxiety and depression) have not been fully studied. The study demonstrates the presence of a certain influence of excessive use of digital technologies and electronic devices during the day on the risks of emotional exhaustion and faster development of signs of overwork in therapists. The results of the study can be used to develop and implement measures to prevent the development of signs of overwork and the safe use of information technology in work practice, which to a certain extent reduces the risks of developing professional burnout syndrome, psychoemotional and somatic disorders associated with the inadequate use of modern digital technologies. Limitations. The influence and presence of mild forms of emotional and affective disorders in respondents were not taken into account; the limited sample size associated with the highly specialized focus of the study, it is advisable to increase the sample in the future; the subjectivity of questionnaire research methods, difficulties in assessing the "true" use of information and communication technologies. Ethics. The research was carried out in accordance with the Ethical standards approved by the Helsinki Declaration (1964) and its later additions, or similar Ethical standards. All respondents were familiarized with the goals and objectives of the study, as well as with all possible risks and inconveniences. Participation in the study was voluntary for all respondents, everyone had the right to leave the study at any stage if desired. All personal information provided by the respondents was not disclosed, and all data was depersonalized. All study participants gave their personal written consent to participate in the study.

Level of job burnout among employees of King Khalid University

This study aimed at measuring the level of job burnout among King Khalid University staff. The descriptive-analytical approach was employed to describe job burnout, determine its prevalence, identify its causes, and propose ways to address it. This method was used for comparison, interpretation, and generating information to assist in understanding the phenomena of job burnout and to devise recommendations for mitigating its prevalence. The results showed that the overall mean estimation of the dimensions of the level of occupational burnout from the perspective of university staff was (2.28), with a standard deviation of (0.81), indicating a low degree. The arithmetic means of the study sample responses to the dimensions ranged from (1.98–2.66). This provides a good indicator of the prevalence of occupational burnout. The findings showed that individuals in higher ranks experience higher levels of job burnout compared to the rest of the ranks classified in the study.

Impact of Organizational Culture and Work-related Factors on Burnout Syndrome Among Public Sector Employees During COVID-19 Pandemic

Impact of Organizational Culture and Work-related Factors on Burnout Syndrome Among Public Sector Employees During COVID-19 Pandemic

Burnout syndrome in cardiology students and cardiologists in Colombia

Burnout syndrome in cardiology students and cardiologists in Colombia

Burnout crisis in Chinese radiology: will artificial intelligence help?

To assess the correlation between the use of artificial intelligence (AI) software and burnout in the radiology departments of hospitals in China. This study employed a cross-sectional research design. From February to July 2024, an online survey was conducted among radiologists and technicians at 68 public hospitals in China. The survey utilized general information questionnaires, the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS) scale, and a custom-designed AI usage questionnaire. This study analyzed the correlation between AI software usage and occupational burnout, and general information was included as a control variable in a multiple linear regression analysis. The analysis of survey data from 522 radiology staff revealed that 389 (74.5%) had used AI and that 252 (48.3%) had used it for more than 12 months. Only 133 (25.5%) had not yet adopted AI. Among the respondents, radiologists had a higher AI usage rate (82.0%) than technicians (only 59.9%). Furthermore, 344 (65.9%) of the respondents exhibited signs of burnout. The duration of AI software usage was significantly negatively correlated with overall burnout, yielding a Pearson correlation coefficient of -0.112 (p < 0.05). Multiple stepwise regression analysis revealed that salary satisfaction, night shifts, duration of AI usage, weekly working hours, having children, and professional rank were the main factors influencing occupational burnout (all p < 0.05). AI has the potential to significantly help mitigate occupational burnout among radiology staff. This study reveals the key role that AI plays in assisting radiology staff in their work. Questions Although we are aware that radiology staff burnout is intensifying, there is no quantitative research assessing whether artificial intelligence software can mitigate this occupational burnout. Findings The longer staff use deep learning-based artificial intelligence imaging software, the less severe their occupational burnout tends to be. This result is particularly evident among radiologists. Clinical relevance In China, radiologists and technicians experience high burnout rates. Even if there is an artificial intelligence usage controversy, encouraging the use of artificial intelligence software in radiology helps prevent and alleviate this occupational burnout.

A study on the measurement of occupational burnout and network security intervention of counselors in vocational colleges from the perspective of social ecology

With the rapid development of society and the advent of the information age, counselors in higher vocational colleges and universities are facing the double test of burnout and network security. Burnout affects counselors’ work efficacy and psychological health, while cybersecurity poses certain hazards to counselors’ occupational safety. Based on the social ecology perspective, this paper explores the measurement of burnout and puts forward corresponding countermeasure suggestions, with a view to improving the work efficiency and occupational safety of counselors in higher vocational colleges and universities, and providing useful references for the construction and management of counselor teams in higher vocational colleges and universities. This paper takes the job burnout status and network security structure of vocational college counselors as the research object, and explores its causes. Corresponding countermeasures have been proposed. This article selects 100 counselors from a vocational college in X city as the research objects. The latest version of China’s job burnout scale, Maslach Burnout Inventory-General Survey (MBI-GS), was used to study it. The experimental results showed that in the dimension of emotional exhaustion, 55% of the subjects were mild. 40% were moderate and 5% were severe. In terms of cynicism, 65% were mild. 30% were moderate and 5% were moderate. On the “low achievement” dimension, the participants were “slightly” rated at 10%. “Moderate” was 75% and “Severe” was 15%. Across the three dimensions, the results showed that job burnout was widespread among vocational college counselors.

Sanitary and epidemiological welfare in divers

Introduction. The issues of sanitary and epidemiological welfare in workers when performing diving operations require close attention from the state, are part of the structure of the Concept of development of diving in Russia, and are relevant to society. To date, there are several problems not only in hygienic rationing, but also in the medical provision of diving operations. The purpose of the study is to study working conditions and subjective assessment of the health status of employees when performing diving operations, to develop proposals for improving legislation. Materials and methods. The analysis of normative legal acts and scientific literature on the protection of the health and labor of divers is carried out. A survey of fifty diving workers was carried out. Results. The main problems in the management of diving operations have been identified: in 15% of organizations there is no production control program, in 49% of organizations there is no therapeutic and preventive nutrition. There is no medical worker at the site of diving descents, if signs of decompression sickness or lung barotrauma are detected, therapeutic recompression is carried out in 46% of cases before the arrival of a diving doctor (paramedic) on their own. During the descents, 30% of respondents experienced fatigue, tiredness, headache, while all of them underwent mandatory medical examinations in private healthcare institutions; 18% of respondents indicated symptoms of hypothermia. At the same time, more than 60% of respondents were revealed to be subject to occupational burnout. Limitation of the study is the lack of data on the results of preliminary and periodic medical examinations of respondents. Conclusion. At the present stage, the system of ensuring sanitary and epidemiological welfare during diving operations requires improvement both in terms of state rationing, accounting and control, and compliance with health-saving preventive measures by employers and employees. In particular, attention should be paid to the direction of studying the development of occupational burnout in divers and to elaborate the system of prevention.

Emotional burnout in medical workers of the outpatient clinic

Introduction. Much attention is paid to the study of the prevalence of emotional burnout syndrome (EBS) among health workers (HW). There are few studies of the relationship between EBS and factors influencing the HW subjective well-being. Material and methods. HW in outpatient clinics (nineteen doctors and 45 nurses) were examined. EBS was diagnosed using the method by V.V. Boyko, trait (TA) and state anxiety (SA) – using the Spielberger–Khanin scale, subjective social well-being (SSW) – the PWI-A questionnaire by R. Cummins. The Mann–Whitney criterion, χ2 was used to analyze the differences between the indicators, Pearson’s contingency coefficient – to assess the strength of the relationship, two-way variance analysis – to detect the simultaneous influence of two factors on the studied indicators, Spearman’s rank coefficient – to assess the correlation relationship. Results. All HW showed EBS signs of varying severity. In the structure of dominant symptoms, the leading places were occupied by experiences of psychotraumatic circumstances (46.2% in doctors and 54.2% in nurses), emotional and moral disorientation (43.5% in doctors), expansion in the sphere in economy, in emotions (30.2% in nurses), emotional deficit (33.3% in doctors and 35.2% in nurses), depersonalization (33.3% in doctors and 32.4% in nurses). The specificity of the severity of symptoms does not depend on the age, but has positive relationships with experience. 34.7% of HW had high levels of TA and SA; no differences were found between the group of doctors and nurses. The levels of TA and SA did not depend on the age and experience. Inverse relationships were established between the development of EBS and the indicators of the SSW (confidence in the future, their achievements, level of personal security, and their standard of living). Limitations. The cross-sectional design of the study, a small sample does not allow making unambiguous cause-and-effect conclusions regarding the factors influencing on the development of EBS. Conclusion. Data on the dominant symptoms in each phase of EBS, the levels of SA and TA, and the SSW assessments can be used to develop a program for the prevention and psychological correction of EBS in HW.

Mental health of Australian frontline nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic: Results of a large national survey

This paper investigates the effects of work demands on burnout indices of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and personal accomplishment, and mental health indices of anxiety, depression and stress, among Australian nurses and midwives. We used de-identified self-reported survey data from approximately 11,000 Australian nurses and midwives during the pandemic. Linear and quantile regression analyses explored how working conditions affect different aspects of nurses and midwives' burnout and mental health. Results show how working conditions affect burnout and mental health heterogeneously depending on the severity of the mental health symptoms. Increased quantitative and emotional work demands significantly impact occupational burnout indices of emotional exhaustion and depersonalization, and mental health indices of anxiety, depression, and stress among Australian nurses and midwives. Quantitative and emotional demands have more significant effects on people with higher levels of anxiety, depression, stress, and depersonalization than on those with milder or lesser symptoms. Given recent national and international policy focus on psychosocial hazards at work, this paper suggests that governments and health care providers need to monitor such hazards among nurses and midwives and introduce policies that reduce excessive quantitative or emotional burden to minimise risk of burnout and poor mental health and support good mental health among nurses and midwives.

Through the eyes of healthcare professionals: Compassion fatigue and earthquake stress coping strategies of healthcare professionals in the disaster region following the Kahramanmaras centered earthquakes: A case-control study.

Healthcare professionals serving in the earthquake zone may experience mental problems due to the traumatic events they witnessed. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of working in earthquake-affected areas on compassion fatigue and coping strategies for earthquake stress in healthcare professionals compared to a control group. This descriptive and correlational study was conducted in three provinces in the northern region of Türkiye. The sample of the study consisted of 146 healthcare professionals working in earthquake-affected regions and 143 healthcare professionals not working in earthquake-affected regions. Data were collected using the 'Descriptive Information Form', 'Compassion Fatigue Short Scale (CF-SS)', and 'Coping with Earthquake Stress Scale (CESS)'. Descriptive statistics, t-test for independent samples, Pearson correlation analysis and binary logistic regression analysis were used to analyze the data. Statistically significant differences were found between healthcare professionals working in earthquake-affected regions and healthcare professionals not working in these regions in terms of CF-SS total scores, 'occupational burnout' sub-dimension mean scores and 'seeking social support' mean scores among CESS sub-dimension mean scores (p < .05). However, no statistically significant difference was found between the mean scores of 'secondary trauma' sub-dimension of CF-SS and total-CESS, 'religious coping', and 'positive reappraisal' (p > .05). A high and positive correlation (r = .805; r = .847; r = .847; r = .695, p < .001) was found between total CF-SS scores and total religious coping, positive reappraisal and seeking social support scores of the participants. In addition, working in the earthquake zone negatively affects positive reappraisal and positively affects seeking social support as a significant predictor (β = .081, OR = 0.922, p < .05; β = .111, OR = 1.117, p < .05). A significant positive relationship was observed between compassion fatigue and coping with earthquake stress. At the same time, it was determined that having worked in the regions affected by earthquakes had a strong positive effect on coping strategies with earthquake stress.