Stress Levels Research Articles

Stress and Built Environments: Assessing Architectural and Urban Impacts

Considering the intricate relationship between the built environment and users’ mental well-being, the present study aims to evaluate how architectural and urban spaces significantly influence stress levels of residents. In this regard, the neighbourhood of Aydogdu in the city of Konya, where traditional and modern lifestyles are in conflict and certain urban problems are beginning to emerge, was chosen as a case study. Data were collected by using the questionnaire on environmental factors causing stress in the neighborhood and Dass’ Standard Questionnaire for measuring stress. Data analysis was performed through using the Pearson correlation coefficient and the results showed that there is a significant relationship between environmental factors and the occurrence of stress in the neighborhood. Accordingly, the factor of environmental qualities has the greatest impact, and the climatic factors have the least relationship with the stress of citizens. The results of regression analysis showed that environmental qualities, visual elements, and regulation of environmental conditions predicted 67% of citizens’ stress. The analysis of variance also indicated that young people aged 18 to 46 years are more influenced by the factors in which environmental stressors are found.

The impact of finite span and wing-tip vortices on a turbulent NACA0012 wing

High-fidelity simulations are conducted to investigate the turbulent boundary layers around a finite-span NACA0012 wing with a rounded wing-tip geometry at a chord-based Reynolds number of $Re_c=200\,000$ and at various angles of attack up to $10^\circ$ . The study aims to discern the differences between the boundary layers on the finite-span wing and those on infinite-span wings at equivalent angles of attack. The finite-span boundary layers exhibit: (i) an altered streamwise and a non-zero spanwise pressure gradient as a result of the variable downwash induced by the wing-tip vortices (an inviscid effect typical of finite-span wings); (ii) differences in the flow history at different wall-normal distances, caused by the variable flow angle in the wall-normal direction (due to constant pressure gradients and variable momentum normal to the wall); (iii) laminar flow entrainment into the turbulent boundary layers near the wing tip (due to a laminar–turbulent interface); and (iv) variations in boundary layer thickness across the span, attributed to the variable wall-normal velocity in that direction (a primarily inviscid effect). These physical effects are then used to explain the differences in the Reynolds stress profiles and other boundary layer quantities, including the reduced near-wall peak of the streamwise Reynolds stress and the elevated Reynolds stress levels near the boundary layer edge, both observed in the finite-span wings. Other aspects of the flow, such as the downstream development of wing-tip vortices and their interactions with the surrounding flow, are reserved for future investigations.

Parameter optimization design of the helmet liner structure for mitigating traumatic brain injury under impact loading

Abstract Helmets play a crucial role in protecting motorcycle riders during two-wheeler accidents by reducing the risk of head injuries. This study investigated the complex interplay between the density, Poisson’s ratio, and Young’s modulus of a helmet liner and their impact on biomechanical factors contributing to traumatic brain injury during collisions. A validated finite element model of a 50th percentile detailed human head was initially used, followed by the development of a coupled helmet head model for collision simulations. The accuracy of the model was assessed by comparing the center-of-mass acceleration data of the head with the experimental results. This study analyzed the von Mises stress, skull stress, and intracranial pressure, and the results revealed patterns in stress distribution and the potential for cranial and brain injuries. Stress concentrations were observed in the cervical region before the impact, characterized by compressive stress on the impacted side and tensile stress on the opposite side, with peak stress levels found in the temporal bone base and frontal bone. After the impact, brain inertia–driven movements can further increase the risk of traumatic brain injury. The study found a positive correlation between liner density and center-of-mass acceleration of the head in the absence of bottoming out of the liner. By optimizing the liner properties, the study achieved a 4.5% reduction in head acceleration, a 10.1% decrease in skull stress, and a 19.8% reduction in intracranial pressure. These findings offer valuable insights for biomechanical research on head injuries caused by traffic accidents and for improving helmet designs to enhance protective measures.

Stress Dynamics: A Comparative Study of Housewives and Career Women

Purpose: Stress is a prevalent psychological phenomenon occurs within individuals form various demographics, with women often facing stressors related to their roles as housewives or career women. This study explores the stress dynamics experienced by the two groups of women. Method: This study employs quantitative methodology and qualitative methodology. Quota sampling technique used, with characteristic of women age between 20-40 years old, those career women and housewives, with samples of 110 of each groups, located in sub-district of Pasuruan Regency. Stress Scale used to measures stress levels and Questionaires used to collect the source of stressors and the coping mechanism. Result: The inter-group t-test analysis showed that in average, Housewives experienced more stress than Career Women. 78% of Housewives and 58% of Career Women experiencing external stressors. The coping mechanism used by Housewives are 61% emotional-focused, and 52% of Career Women used problem-focused. Concusion: In conclusion, while in average Housewives shows more stress than Career Women, both groups experiencing higher external stressors such as expectations from family and society, than internal stressors. The topic of stress and how women cope, requires more personal and casuistically approach.

Mothers’ Stress as a Predictor of Preschoolers’ Stress in the Context of Parental Practices

Background/Objectives: Over the past decade, there has been a significant increase in distress among children, as well as in the long-term effects of childhood stress. Parents, particularly mothers, are the most important social partners for preschool-aged children and may help protect them from stress. The current study aims to investigate how parental practices impact children’s perceived stress in relation to their mothers’ stress. Methods: The sample comprised 346 mothers of preschoolers aged 20 to 48 years (M = 34.39, SD = 6.16). Participants completed an online survey that included the Perceived Stress Scale for Parents of Preschoolers, the Perceived Stress Scale, the Alabama Parenting Questionnaire—Preschool Revision, and questions regarding their socio-demographic characteristics. Results: Punitive parenting contributed positively, while positive parenting contributed negatively to children’s distress. When mothers’ perceived stress was taken into account, positive parenting lost its significance. Punitive parenting and maternal perceived stress were the only positive predictors of child distress. Conclusions: Stress in mothers may lead to a decrease in their involvement in the upbringing and parenting of preschoolers, potentially contributing to increased stress levels in children. Intervention programs aimed at reducing preschoolers’ stress should incorporate classes for parents that also could be focused on stress regulation for parents and training in positive parenting practices.

Honokiol protects against diabetic retinal microvascular injury via sirtuin 3-mediated mitochondrial fusion

IntroductionMitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress play important roles in diabetic retinal vascular injuries. Honokiol (HKL) is a small-molecule polyphenol that exhibits antioxidant effects and has a beneficial effect in diabetes. This study aimed to explore the potential ability of HKL to ameliorate vascular injury in diabetic retinopathy (DR) and its possible mechanisms of action.MethodsThe effect of HKL was evaluated in vascular injury in an in vivo type 2 diabetic (db/db) mouse model. In vitro, retinal microvascular endothelial cells were treated with high glucose (HG) to simulate the pathological diabetic environment. Cell viability, expression of apoptosis-related proteins, cellular reactive oxygen species, mitochondrial membrane potential, and morphological changes in the mitochondria were examined.ResultsThe diabetic mice exhibited severe retinal vascular damage, including vascular leakage in vivo and capillary endothelial cell apoptosis in vitro. HKL reversed the retinal vascular leakage in the diabetic mice. In vitro, HKL improved retinal capillary endothelial cell viability, decreased apoptosis, and reversed the HG-induced increased cellular oxidative stress and mitochondrial fragmentation. The sirtuin 3 (SIRT3) inhibitor 3-TYP blocked all the in vivo and in vitro protective effects of HKL against diabetic retinal vascular leakage and capillary endothelium and eliminated the decrease in oxidative stress levels and reduction of mitochondrial fragmentation.DiscussionIn conclusion, these findings suggest that HKL inhibits vascular injury in DR, which was likely achieved through SIRT3-mediated mitochondrial fusion. This study provides a potential new strategy for the treatment of DR.

Shear creep deformation of rock fracture distrubed by dynamic loading

The long-term stability of jointed rock masses is usually dominated by fault activation, which may be triggered by the dynamic disturbance generated by blasting during mining activities, leading to the occurrence of disasters such as landslides in open-pit and rockbursts in deep mining. The initial stress and dynamic disturbance are key factors that strongly affect the shear creep behavior of rock fractures. In this work, the shear failure instability of rock fractures of sandstone under creep-impact loading was experimentally investigated by using a creep-impact test machine, which allows for applying creep loading and an additional dynamic disturbance on rock fractures. Three stages of shear creep deformation, creep strain rate, and time-to-failure are examined under different creep stress levels and impact energies. Experimental results show that the tangential and normal creep rates increase with the increase of creep stress and impact energy, but the increment of tangential creep rate is higher than that of the normal creep rate. The time-to-failure of the creeping specimen is shortened under high creep stress and large impact energy, while the time-to-failure after the last dynamic disturbance of the specimen is determined by the total impact energy and creep stress level. By using high-speed photography, it is found that the failure types of rock depend on the magnitude of impact energy and creep stress level; that is, rock mainly slides with low stress levels and shears off with high stress levels. In addition, under different impact energy and creep stress levels, the variation of height is between 0.38 and 0.52, while the defined fracture factor, which describes the degree of failure of serrations, is between 0.30 and 0.54. The findings can provide deep insight into the fault sliding mechanism caused by mining activities, which provides theoretical support for the safe mining of ore in fault fracture zones.

Physical therapy students’ perceived levels and sources of stress during clinical education experiences

Purpose: Stress has been linked to poor performance and mental health disorders in health professions students. Very little is known about health professions students’ stress during clinical education. The purpose of this study was to explore the levels and sources of stress experienced by Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students during the clinical education portion of their curriculum. Methods: In this cross-sectional, descriptive study, 925 first-, second-, and third-year DPT students from eight Midwestern colleges and universities were invited to complete an electronic survey during a clinical experience. The survey included demographic information, the 10-item Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), and the Undergraduate Sources of Stress (USOS) scale. Results: The response rate was 28% with a total of 259 returned surveys. The mean PSS score was 14.15 out of a possible 40, with a range from 0 to 30. There were significant differences in levels of stress based on program year and clinical level. No significant differences in level or sources of stress were noted based on gender or clinical setting. Academic sources were the greatest source of stress reported. Amount of student debt and percentage of responsibility for graduate education were significantly correlated with financial sources of stress. Conclusion: Participants in this study reported mean PSS scores during clinical education experiences similar to those previously reported for physical therapy. Identifying perceived stress levels, sources of stress, and mitigating factors has the potential to improve the health of students and positively impact patient care.

Keadaan Psikologis Mahasiswa Kedokteran Gigi Universitas Sumatera Utara yang Sedang Melaksanakan Pembelajaran Daring

This study aims to identify the characteristics of students during online learning, as well as evaluate their state and level of stress, anxiety, and depression using the Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale (DASS). This research is a descriptive survey research, namely to find out the psychological state of students of the Faculty of Dentistry, University of North Sumatra who are carrying out online learning using the depression anxiety stress scale questionnaire (DASS-42) which consists of stress, anxiety, and depression. This research was conducted at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of North Sumatra which is located in Medan City, North Sumatra Province. This research was carried out from June 2021 to July 2021. Results, In terms of anxiety, 74.5% did not have difficulty swallowing, and moderate anxiety was the highest (31.2%). For depression, 66.8% did not feel that their lives were meaningless, with normal depression being the highest (50.6%). Stressors include learning tasks (72.5%), unavailability of practical tools (64.4%), limited internet quota (61.1%), and boredom with online learning (48.2%).

Stacking fault energy during DRV-DRX competition in high-nitrogen austenitic stainless steel used in orthopedic implants

High-nitrogen (high-N) austenitic stainless steels (ASS) are used in orthopedic implants due to their mechanical properties, human biocompatibility, and affordable cost. However, the high content of (Ni–Nb–N)-rich precipitates can cause allergic reactions and significant challenges in the manufacturing of prostheses. This study investigates the competition between work hardening (WH), dynamic recovery (DRV), and dynamic recrystallization (DRX) during the physical simulation of an ASTM F-1586 steel by thermomechanical processing, using the Kocks-Mecking and Avrami constitutive models. The parameters were obtained through continuous isothermal torsion tests at the temperature range of 900–1200 °C, strain rates between 0.01 and 10 s−1 and a total deformation of 4.0. Determined by compositional-analytical methods, the stacking fault energy (γsfe) was correlated with the stress level (σi) according to the Uesugi and Dai models. Results indicated a high activation energy for hot deformation (Qdef = 587 kJ/mol), affecting the shape of the curves. The γsfe value varied along the curves, delaying the onset of the DRX (σc = 0.928σp). Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) analyses revealed a direct competition between work-hardened and recrystallized grains in the early part of the curves, due to WH-DRV synergy. After the peak stress (σp), the progress of DRX was slow, with the Avrami exponent (n) between 1.1 and 1.9, completing only after large deformations (σss = 0.714σp). The moderate γsfe value (69 mJ/m2) and fine precipitates of the Z-phase (CrNbN) (<20 nm) influence the grain boundary mobility during the DRV-DRX competition, delineating the stress-strain curve shape.

Development and Validation of the Emergency Medical Technicians Occupational Stress Scale

Introduction. The population of interested workers for this study included Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) in the United States. This group of workers was chosen because of the nature of their work, which requires their presence at the scenes of life and death situations. Certainly, their work conditions can have an effect on their psychological well-being. Yet, the work of these workers, with all of its stressors, has not been adequately studied through the use of appropriate measuring instruments. Emergency Medical Technicians are not unknown in occupational stress research. This report discusses previous studies on EMT workers and occupational stressors and explains the curative process through the development and validation of an EMT Occupational Stress Scale. The report also highlights the psychometric investigation of this scale. Paramedics/EMTs face increased risk of physical and psychological stress due to the nature of their work. It is crucial to understand the stressors affecting their well-being in order to develop appropriate management strategies. Research suggests that EMTs may lack preparation for their roles, requiring additional training in empathy and emotional intelligence. The relationship between stressors experienced and clinical service provided needs further investigation. Standardized measures of stress for paramedics/EMTs are lacking and more comprehensive instruments are needed. This report aims to develop a comprehensive stress scale specifically for EMTs/paramedics, addressing validation concerns and incorporating environmental stress within a larger theoretical framework. Methods. This study was This study was conducted using a mixed-methods approach to develop and validate the Emergency Medical Technicians Occupational Stress Scale. The scale was pilot tested with a sample of EMTs to ensure reliability and validity. by the ethics committee and is based on a literature review. The Canadian EMT Job Satisfaction Questionnaire was used to measure organizational stress levels of EMTs. The questionnaire was reviewed by professionals and academics, resulting in the inclusion of five new items. The final item list consisted of 58 questions. Permission was obtained. Results. The outcomes and findings obtained from the comprehensive study conducted on the Development and Validation of the Emergency Medical Technicians Occupational Stress Scale have shed light on significant discoveries pertaining to the intricate realm of stress levels experienced by our dedicated EMT professionals. Conclusion. The rapidly evolving scope of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) practice has placed increasing demands on the relatively small professional community that consists of EMTs and paramedics. An Occupational Stress model was developed to examine interpersonal work stressors unique to the EMT role, and a measure was developed to assess the construct. Initial results suggest that the OSM is an accurate, reliable, and potentially valuable assessment tool. High levels of interpersonal stress may influence the EMTs to cope with their daily activities by seeking outlets for tension and depression through increased use of alcohol, legal drugs, and caffeine. Alcohol is used more frequently than other legal drugs are to modify interpersonal stress symptoms. The EMTs are in a prime position to help each other identify these symptoms when arising and offer assistance. Staff stress management programs are essential in solving and preventing occupational stress. A move toward prevention rather than reaction to such stress, which for many results in alcoholism, drug addiction, or job related emotional illness, will serve to preserve the health of the EMTs. The medical community has a vested interest in the health of these dedicated professionals. Not only does such prevention attempt to manage the human tragedy of alcoholism, legal drug addiction, and job related emotional illness, but it also prevents the more tangible, but no less important cost factors to the EMT.

Research on mechanical property degradation model of equipment compartment floor under atmospheric corrosion condition

A mechanical property degradation model of material fatigue life varying with stress level and corrosion time was developed in this study. An acidified NaCl solution was used to accelerate the corrosion of stainless-steel samples, and the relationship between laboratory-accelerated corrosion and atmospheric corrosion was established using corrosion thickness loss parameters. Based on the results of a pre-corroded fatigue test, lgN–S–T surface models and a modified version of Miner’s rule for calculating nonlinear mechanical damage accumulation were proposed. Taking a real part of a high-speed train as an example, critical operating mileages considering material fatigue performance degradation under corrosion conditions were calculated, which were consistent with failure mileages of the census results.

Stress and Quality of Life of Parents of Children With POLR3-Related Leukodystrophy: A Cross-Sectional Pilot Study.

Background: RNA polymerase III (POLR3)-related leukodystrophy is a rare, neurodegenerative disorder characterized by hypomyelination, hypodontia, and hypogonadotropic hypogonadism. Despite the challenges of caring for a child with POLR3-related leukodystrophy, few studies have examined parents' disease burden. We sought to investigate quality of life and stress levels amongst parents of children with POLR3-related leukodystrophy. Methods: 43 parents of 32 children completed questionnaires on demographics, stress, quality of life, coping mechanisms, and experience of injustice. Detailed clinical data was collected from all patients. Results: Mothers (t[27] = -8.66, P < .001) and fathers (t[16] = -4.47, P < .001) had lower quality of life scores compared to the normative population, yet 80% of parents' stress scores fell within the normal stress range. Parents' experience of injustice scores were high (>60). Correlations were found between and within parents' scores. Years since disease onset and certain life circumstances correlated to mothers' quality of life scores; however, no correlation was found between modifiable factors and fathers' quality of life scores. Helpful coping mechanisms included those that allowed parents to be involved in their child's life. Conclusions: This is the first study to assess stress and quality of life in this population. These results shed light on the importance of implementing services and social support to improve the well-being of parents.

Effect of a single-session mindfulness-based intervention for reducing stress in family caregivers of people with dementia: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

BackgroundCaregiver stress can pose serious health and psychological concerns, highlighting the importance of timely interventions for family caregivers of people with dementia. Single-session mindfulness-based interventions could be a promising yet under-researched approach to enhancing their mental well-being within their unpredictable, time-constrained contexts. This trial will evaluate the effectiveness and feasibility of a blended mindfulness-based intervention consisting of a single session and app-based follow-up in reducing caregiver stress.Methods/DesignThe study is a single-blinded randomized controlled trial with two arms (intervention versus an education session on dementia care) and assessments at baseline, 8 weeks, and 6 months. The eligibility criteria include: family caregivers aged 18 years or older; providing care for an individual with a confirmed medical diagnosis of dementia for at least 3 months prior to recruitment, with a minimum of 4 hours of daily contact; and exhibiting a high level of caregiver stress. The intervention comprises a 90-minute group-based session with various mindfulness practices and psychoeducation. Participants will receive a self-practice toolkit to guide their practice over a duration of 8 weeks. Sharing activities will be implemented through an online social media platform. The primary outcome is perceived caregiving stress. The secondary outcomes include depressive symptoms, positive aspects of caregiving, dyadic relationship, trait mindfulness, and neuropsychiatric symptoms of care recipients. The feasibility outcomes include eligibility and enrollment, attendance, adherence to self-practice, and retention, assessed using mixed methods.DiscussionThe study will contribute to the evidence base by investigating whether a single-session mindfulness intervention is effective and feasible for reducing caregiver stress among family caregivers of people with dementia.Trial registrationClinicalTrials.gov, NCT06346223. Registered on April 3, 2024.

A new approach to continuous assessment: Moving from a stressful sum of grades to meaningful learning through self-reflection

This paper proposes a new approach of continuous assessment of a formative nature, aimed at achieving meaningful learning with lower stress levels. This approach minimizes the punitive nature of traditional summative continuous assessment and replaces typical graded activities with self-reflecting ones. To conduct the formative evaluation, a teaching model has been developed to guide the choice of feedback and feed-forward strategies to be implemented by the instructors, depending on the students’ levels of competence and confidence. To validate the effectiveness of this approach, a quasi-experimental design was employed, with the new continuous assessment method in the experimental group and the summative continuous assessment method in the control group. The experiment was conducted in a Mathematics course with undergraduate Economics and Business students. Data were collected through test scores and a perception questionnaire. The results indicate that the new evaluation method promotes meaningful learning and yields better academic results compared to the traditional continuous evaluation. Students expressed high satisfaction with the new approach, noting that it allows them to understand their formative status and address deficiencies before undertaking evaluable activities. They also believe this strategy helps reduce the stress associated with the summative evaluation itself.

The Stressful Implications of Remote E-Working: Evidence Based Literature Review Arab Gulf

Objectives: It is a cross-sectional study that intends to discover the stress consequences of remote e-working for the Arab Gulf region with consideration of the coronavirus pandemic. Theoretical Framework: This review is based on the literature review on remote work stressors, which considers the technological environment and, apart from that, gives consideration to the cultural and social context of the Arab Gulf. Method: A literature review was carried out, which involved distilling essential data from the local and international reports and articles on the stressors related to remote e-working in the context of the Arab Gulf. Results and Discussion: It is possible to disengage due to the following significant stresses: Technology difficulties, no experience a face-to-face communication, and the loss of the boundary line between work and family. They all cumulatively result in the enhancement of stress levels of the region’s remote workers. Research Implications: If stress factors are to be restricted and workers’ well-being improved in organizations embracing remote working fully, then it is essential to understand these stressors. Originality/Value: The current review isolates stressors of remote e-working in the Arab Gulf, which should help organizations improve the well-being of employees carrying out remote work.

Beta-Amyloid and Its Asp7 Isoform: Morphological and Aggregation Properties and Effects of Intracerebroventricular Administration.

One of the hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the accumulation of aggregated beta-amyloid (Aβ) protein in the form of senile plaques within brain tissue. Senile plaques contain various post-translational modifications of Aβ, including prevalent isomerization of Asp7 residue. The Asp7 isomer has been shown to exhibit increased neurotoxicity and induce amyloidogenesis in brain tissue of transgenic mice. The toxicity of Aβ peptides may be partly mediated by their structure and morphology. In this respect, in this study we analyzed the structural and aggregation characteristics of the Asp7 isoform of Aβ42 and compared them to those of synthetic Aβ42. We also investigated the effects of intracerebroventricular (i.c.v.) administration of these peptides, a method often used to induce AD-like symptoms in rodent models. Atomic force microscopy (AFM) was conducted to compare the morphological and aggregation properties of Aβ42 and Asp7 iso-Aβ42. The effects of i.c.v. stereotaxic administration of the proteins were assessed via behavioral analysis and reactive oxygen species (ROS) estimation in vivo using a scanning ion-conductance microscope with a confocal module. AFM measurements revealed structural differences between the two peptides, most notably in their soluble toxic oligomeric forms. The i.c.v. administration of Asp7 iso-Aβ42 induced spatial memory deficits in rats and elevated oxidative stress levels in vivo, suggesting a potential of ROS in the pathogenic mechanism of the peptide. The findings support the further investigation of Asp7 iso-Aβ42 in translational research on AD and suggest its involvement in neurodegenerative processes.

Prevalence of psychological distress: a scientific approach towards the mental health and wellbeing of population during the SARS-COV-2 outbreak

Background The global challenge of the novel coronavirus has led to an unprecedented downturn, adversely affecting the health and mental wellbeing of communities worldwide. The objective of this study is to assess mental health and psychological distress levels within the general population of Peshawar, Pakistan amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Method A cross-sectional online survey was conducted among 715 residents of Peshawar, Pakistan. The questionnaire collected data on demographics, socioeconomic status, and residential area. The Modified K10 Kessler Psychological Distress Scale was used to measure mental well-being. Descriptive statistics, including means and standard deviations, were calculated, and statistical analyses were performed using SPSS (IBM, USA, version 22). Results A total of 715 responses were collected. The comprehensive psychological distress score was identified as 25.55, signifying moderate stress levels. Among the respondents, 53.3% were females, 46.7% had completed a bachelor’s degree, 41% were employed, 78.7% were single, 93.1% were non-smokers, and 69.4% resided in urban areas. The study revealed that both gender (p=0.001) employment status (p=0.018) were linked to a more pronounced psychological impact of the outbreak. Conclusions This study highlights age, gender, employment status, and urbanization as influential factors contributing to psychological distress during the COVID-19 outbreak. As we face the challenges of the new normal, it is essential for policymakers to address these mental health concerns through targeted support and interventions, ensuring that mental health resources are accessible and responsive to the needs of affected populations.

Implementing Schwartz Rounds in children's social care: Enablers and barriers

Summary Children's social care services can be a challenging place to work, with staff regularly reporting higher stress levels relative to the general population and other public sector settings. Thus, it is important to provide staff with good support. Previously, we completed a randomised controlled trial (RCT) of Schwartz Rounds (SRs) and reported a series of non-statistically significant differences between intervention and comparison groups. We also undertook a process evaluation, to identify enablers and barriers to the successful implementation of SRs in children's social care. Findings Compared with studies of SRs in healthcare settings, we identified several similar enablers, such as senior management buy-in and effective administrative support, and some similar barriers, such as high workloads and poor publicity. We also identified specific enablers and barriers for social care settings, including the synergy between existing practice models and SRs, the nature of trauma in social care compared with healthcare, and some related to the different nature of organisational and workload pressures. Applications Understanding the differences between SRs in healthcare and social care will be useful for local authorities who may want to support their staff via the provision of SRs. They should also be useful in any future definitive evaluation of SRs for social care by helping to maximise the possibility for a successful implementation.

CORPORATE CULTURE AS A FACTOR IN PERSONNEL EFFICIENCY

The article is devoted to the study of the influence of corporate culture on the efficiency of personnel through the prism of work psychology. The main focus is on the analysis of key components of corporate culture, such as corporate values, norms and traditions, and their impact on staff motivation. Corporate culture is defined as a set of values and beliefs that determine the behavior of employees and the effectiveness of the organization as a whole. The psychological climate in the organization is considered as a critical factor affecting job satisfaction and the emotional state of employees. The article substantiates the importance of maintaining a healthy psychological climate for ensuring high productivity. Various aspects of personnel motivation are considered, including intrinsic and extrinsic incentives. It has been found that a positive corporate culture promotes motivation, improves communication and strengthens trust between employees. In particular, factors such as open communication, support from management and opportunities for professional development are key to ensuring high performance. The study shows that a positive psychological climate helps reduce stress levels and increase overall job satisfaction. It is noted that corporate values, which are shared by all members of the organization, create a basis for successful cooperation and achievement of common goals. The authors provide recommendations for implementing effective management practices to improve corporate culture. Special attention is paid to the role of leadership in the formation of a favorable working environment. The conclusions emphasize the need for a strategic approach to the formation of corporate culture. It is emphasized that investment in the development of corporate culture has a positive effect on the efficiency of the staff in general. Keywords: corporate culture, work psychology, personnel motivation, psychological climate, corporate values