Positive Thinking Research Articles

Assessing the Effectiveness of Aroma Therapy on Reduction of Labour Pain during First Stage of Labour in Primigravida Mothers in Selected Hospital of Haldwani, Uttarakhand

Labour pain is an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience that is caused by uterine contraction. The management of labour pain by various non-pharmacological measures such as breathing exercise, aromatherapy, back massage and music therapy is helpful. These techniques provide sensory input to the brain to promote relaxation, enhance positive thoughts and transmission of nociceptive stimuli of pain. However, massage therapy is commonly given during labour to reduce labour pain with essential oil to promote relaxation, reduce anxiety and shorten the perception of labour pain. The present study aimed to reduce the level of labour pain in first stage of labour and response of olive oil back massage as reported by primigravida mothers. Quantitative research approach and quasi-experimental (pre-test and post-test control group design) was used. Purposive sampling technique was used for selection of 60 primigravida mothers in selected hospital of Haldwani (Uttarakhand) fulfilling the inclusion criteria. The effectiveness of the olive back massage was assessed by numeric pain rating scale and structured interviews to assess the response of primigravida mothers regarding olive oil back massage. The study result revealed that out of 60 samples, in experimental group maximum 17 (56.67%) of mothers belonged to the age group of 19-25 years, 8 (26.67%) mothers had secondary education; majority (n=28, 93.33%) were home makers. In control group 17 (56.67%) mothers were in age range19-25 years, about a fourth of them (n=7, 23.33%) mothers were graduates, 28 (93.33%) mothers were home makers. The mean percentage difference between the pre-test and post-test scores of labour showed that in experimental group ‘t’ value 01-02 was 15.425, 03-04 was 16.155, and O5-O6 was 5.572 while ‘t’ values in control group were 8.266, 5.442 and 5.769, respectively. Thus, olive oil back massage was significantly effective in reducing the level of pain in experimental group at 0.05 level of significance. No significant association was found in the level of labour pain when compared to the age and education. Significant statistical association was found between labour pain and the type of family at p<0.05 in the experimental group. To conclude, the olive oil back massage was effective to reduce labour pain in the first stage of labour in primigravida mothers because the level of labour pain was reduced after olive oil back massage in the experimental group.

The impact of the SHOR strategy on fifth grade literary students' achievement in rhetoric and the development of their positive thinking

The current research aims: ((The effect of the SHOR strategy on the achievement of fifth grade literary students in rhetoric and the development of their positive thinking)). In order to achieve the goal of the study, the researcher relied on the experimental approach to demonstrate the impact of the strategy on the literary achievement of fifth grade students in rhetoric and the development of their positive thinking, the researcher formulated the appropriate hypotheses for his research. The current research was limited to students of the fifth literary grade in secondary schools for boys affiliated to the Directorate of Education of Salah al-Din for the academic year 2022-2023, and the researcher relied on the experimental design with partial control with a pre and post test. The research sample consisted of (63) students from the fifth literary grade in Yathrib High School, with (31) students for the experimental group and (32) students for the control group. the research, consisting of (40) items. He also prepared a measure for positive thinking consisting of (30) items of multiple-choice type. The results showed that the students of the experimental group who studied rhetoric within the steps of the SHOR strategy were distinguished over the students of the control group (in the traditional way).

Implementation of gratitude therapy and positive thinking training to manage adolescent anxiety at the Masjid Alwalidaian Mejing Wetan Gamping Sleman

Abstract. Teenagers of Alwalidain Mosque felts stressed at home because of various problems, ranging from being scolded by their parents, feeling pressured, and feeling many demands. Teenagers experienced anxiety disorders so that they became private, were rebellious, often lied to their parents, and got angry easily. The aim of this program is to improve adolescents' skills in managing anxiety with gratitude therapy and positive thinking exercises, which were held in three meetings. A total of 18 youths involved in this mentoring program. The mentoring method was given in three stages namely pretest, program implementation, and post-test. The results obtained showed a significant change in the adolescents’ ability to control anxiety signified with the score of the Wilcoxon asym.sig 2 tailed analysis of 0.000 and a z score of -3.734. This shows that gratitude therapy and positive thinking exercises can improve adolescents' ability to manage anxiety.

Postmodern Representations and Reflections in Hong Kong Urban Cinema: A Study on the Works of Heiward Mak Hei-Yan

In the new millennium, a discontinuity of postmodern elements began to surface in Hong Kong commercial films. However, young director Heiward Mak Hei-yan integrated postmodern elements into her works, which are primarily urban films, inheriting and developing the postmodern tradition of Hong Kong cinema. She does this primarily by shaping marginal urban landscapes and crowds, capturing the less noticed aspects of Hong Kong city, and demonstrating the anti-grand narrative characteristic of postmodernism. By establishing a postmodern perspective on love, she breaks and "rebels" against traditional romance films, not just merely glorifying the myth of love, but emphasizing the questioning of the eternal view of modern love. Simultaneously, she illustrates the dilemmas of postmodern alienation to portray the contemporary postmodern mentality and cultural symptoms of Hong Kong people in this unique geographical location. Her urban films reflect her positive thinking about urban romance, life, and mental state in a postmodern context, providing the possibility of parallelism between commerciality and postmodernism, and offering insights for the development of Hong Kong cinema.

Quality of Life in The Community of Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): A Phenomenology Study

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal, endocrine, and metabolic disorder in women of reproductive age. This is characterized by symptoms such as hirsutism, menstrual disorders and infertility, affecting almost 20% of women. In this context, the syndrome affects the physical and psychological disorders of women. Conditions that predominate in PCOS women cause depression and affect their quality of life. Using a phenomenological approach, in-depth interviews were conducted to determine quality of life in six PCOS women. The participants were recruited using purposive sampling from PCOS Fighter Indonesia community in the Bandung area. Furthermore, three themes were developed from the analysis, namely positive thinking, healthy behavior and social support. This resarch showed the favorable facets of the experiences of women coping with PCOS and showed the important role of the community in offering support to individuals affected by the syndrome. The identified themes emanated from interviews exploring quality of life among women with PCOS, providing insights into their daily lives and the challenges posed by the symptoms.

Modern Forms of Participation and Practical Experience of the Volunteers of Khmelnychchyna

The study is aimed at the analysis of modern forms of participation and practical experience in the organization of help and support to the Forces of Security and Defence of Ukraine during the Russian aggression. The research of these processes, especially their regional features, is in a great demand currently and more relevant than ever. After all it will enable the deeper comprehension of significance and variability of the volunteering movement, its needs and effectiveness of its activities for society as a whole. Regional peculiarities of the volunteering of the patriotic direction in the city of Khmelnytskyi during 2022–2023 are described on the base of evaluation of the existing historiography, collected by the authoress of the source base of work and personal practical experience. The types of volunteer activities related to the help to the Ukrainian military during the struggle for the independence of our state are classified. The methods of volunteer work of the local charitable organizations, headquarters and foundations are described in detail. The scholar is succeeded to consider the changes in priorities in volunteer areas of activity depending on the war stages. The most effective types of volunteer work in the form of charity auctions, fairs, races, development games and other events are analyzed. The definition of volunteering as a mutually beneficial activity that helps not only those targeted directly, but also the volunteer himself and society in general through the development of psychological resilience and adaptability is submitted in the article. The important significance of volunteering in expanding the world view, responsibility and environment through the constant growth of the number of communications, in the development of an active life position and positive thinking, in the growth of honesty and sober mind of people and in their participation in forming a conscious democratic and legal civil society, and a strong state as a result is emphasized.

The impact of nurses' experiences of hospital violence on resilience: A mediated moderation model.

This study aims to investigate the impact of nurses' experiences of hospital violence on resilience, the mediating effect of trust in patients and the moderating effect of organizational trust. Despite belonging to the central part of health care worldwide and being the leading provider of medical services, nurses are often subjected to hospital violence, which affects their physical and mental well-being. Trust is a high-order mechanism that encourages positive thinking and personal and professional development. However, research into the impact of trust on resilience concerning nurses' experiences of hospital violence is limited. The participants were 2331 nurses working in general hospitals in China. A cross-sectional survey was conducted, and data were collected via questionnaires from July to October 2022 and analysed using SPSS 25.0 and SPSS PROCESS 3.3 macros. This study was prepared and reported according to the STROBE checklist. Mean trust in patients was 48.00 ± 10.86 (12-60), mean organizational trust was 56.19 ± 8.90 (13-65) and mean resilience was 78.63 ± 19.26 (0-100). Nurses' experience of hospital violence had a direct negative effect on resilience (β = -.096, p = .871), a significant adverse effect on trust in patients (β = -3.022, p < .001) and a significant positive effect on trust in patients on resilience (β = 1.464, p < .001). Trusting patients played a mediating role. The significant moderating effect of organizational trust between experience of hospital violence and trust in patients was moderated by a mediating effect index of -0.1867 (95% CI = [-0.3408, -0.0345]). Nurses' experience of hospital violence exerted a negative effect on resilience, trust in patients had a fully mediated effect and organizational trust had a significant moderating influence in the pathway from nurses' experience of hospital violence to patients' trust-mediated resilience. This study highlights the impact of nurses' experiences of hospital violence on resilience and explores the importance of trust from the nurses' perspective. Measures taken by managers to provide nurses with a safe, trusting and positive work environment can be highly beneficial in enhancing nurse resilience.

Multimedia-based hormone therapy information program for patients with prostate cancer: the result of a randomized pilot study

Few studies have explored the feasibility and efficacy of a multimedia information intervention for patients with prostate cancer who are undergoing hormone therapy. Thus, the purpose of the study was to assess the feasibility, acceptability, and the preliminary results of a multimedia-based hormone therapy information program (HTIP) on positive thinking and quality of life (QOL; primary outcomes) as well as social support and self-efficacy (secondary outcomes) of patients with prostate cancer. Patients with prostate cancer who were receiving hormone therapy were recruited from hospitals. After completing the pre-test questionnaire, patients were randomly divided into the multimedia information group (MIG; n = 40) and the control group (CG; n = 40). Patients in the MIG received a multimedia-based HTIP once a week for 6 weeks. Data were collected at 8 and 12 weeks after the pre-test. Measurement variables included positive thinking, QOL, social support, self-efficacy, and satisfaction with the program. The recruitment rate and retention rate were calculated for assessment of feasibility. The study had a 96.3% retention rate, and patients in the MIG were satisfied with the program. Preliminary results showed that, compared with those in the CG, patients in the MIG tended to exhibit higher positive thinking, prostate cancer-specific QOL, and social support at 8 weeks and 12 weeks after pre-test; however, the effect did not reach a statistically significant level. A multimedia-based HTIP is considered feasible and acceptable in patients with prostate cancer who underwent hormone therapy. Further research with a larger sample size, patients with high homogeneity in early-stage disease and long-term follow-up is needed to assess the efficacy of the intervention program.Trial registration: ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT04693910); Registered 05/01/2021.

El autocuidado de salud en adolescentes del interior argentino

Adolescent health is currently undergoing a serious deterioration. The aim of this study was to identify the self-care practices in adolescents between 15 and 18 years of age attending secondary schools in four departments of the interior of the province of La Rioja, Argentina. descriptive cross-sectional and analytical study; data collected between October and November 2022 by non-probabilistic convenience sampling, with analysis of absolute and relative frequencies, multivariate logistic regression analysis and Odds ratio with 95% CI statistical significance of p= ˂0.05. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) using the Principal Components method as extraction and the Orthogonal Varimax method as rotation. Analysis software, SPSS version 26. There are discordances between the self-perception of health care and the practice carried out by the adolescents. Gender disparity in self-care is identified. The factors that increase self-care are the use of digital health applications, annual or shorter medical check-ups, and maintaining positive thinking habits. The main concern in relation to self-care among adolescents was the consumption of alcoholic beverages.

HOW REAL IS THIS DEAL? EVALUATING AI ACCURACY IN PROVIDING SUPPORT TO DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS

Abstract Background Dementia, a devastating and incurable disease, affects millions of older Americans, placing astronomical levels of burden on caregivers, who usually lack resources to learn to provide their loved ones with high-quality care. Artificial Intelligence (AI), a programmed pioneering resource to generate immediate automated responses, is universally available when one looks for potentially accurate answers. Objective: To evaluate accuracy of AI sites pertaining to questions related to dementia caregiving Methods AI sites (ChatGPT and Textero.ai) were asked questions about dementia caregiving aspects such as self-care, patient symptoms/complications, stress control and managing expectations. Dementia caregiving experts reviewed and classified responses using the validated Zarit Caregiver Burden Scale (ZCBS) as framework. Inter-reliability scores were calculated among reviewers’ responses. Results AI sites responded in paragraph and list formats. Common themes identified by reviewers from both AI sites included self-care suggestions and seeking/accepting help. Several ZCBS aspects were not addressed by both sites such as guilt, exhaustion, negative emotions, and patient’s dependence. Textero.ai obtained lower scores addressing ZCBS, specifically not addressing potential caregiver’s unreasonable expectations. Inter-reliability score (reviewers) was 0.91 (highly significant). Conclusions In evaluating varied aspects of caregiving, results showed that AI sites, as it pertains to dementia caregiving are promising resources for accurately emphasizing caregiver’s self-help encouraging positive thoughts. However, validation and exploration of negative feelings and emotions within AI sites might not be properly addressed for dementia caregivers. Further studies need to further explore the use of AI in combination with hands-on dementia interventions to validate all aspects of caregiving.

Habits of Mind: A Study in Anticipating Learning Loss at State Universities in Riau Province

Habits of mind a lecturer's is very important so that students can overcome obstacles in learning activities. For approximately two years the implementation of learning is carried out online, so this condition has a negative impact on students and students. One of these impacts is the occurrence of Learning Loss in students. In general, the research that has been carried out has identified research data through the instrument developed by Costa and Kallik which consists of many question indicators. However, the indicators developed by Marzano have not been widely used. These indicators include: Self Regulation, Critical Thinking and Creative Thinking. This research focuses on the Habits of Mind Lecturers of Social Studies Education Department at State Universities in Riau Province in Anticipating Learning Loss. The research conducted is descriptive quantitative research. To analyze the index and the sustainability status of the Habits of Mind Lecturer skills, a Multidimensional Scaling (MDS) analysis approach was used with the help of the RapHoM software (modified Rapfish). The habits of mind skills of lecturers at state universities in Riau Province are classified as quite sustainable. His condition is certainly a warning that the habits of mid skill of a lecturer are needed in order to increase student interest, motivation and achievement through lecturer habits in transmitting positive thinking habits to students. Keywords: Anticipating Learning Loss, Habits of Mind, Creative Thinking

APPLICATION OF CURIOSITY TOWARD TODDLER POSITIVE THINKING ATTITUDE IN FACING THE ERA SOCIETY 5.0

Era 5.0 is an era of digitalization technology that can influence the development of toddlers because the development of cognitive function, the immune system, and physical growth occur rapidly. Including toddlers' high curiosity about technology, one of which is using mobile devices. The purpose of this research was to prove the influence of applying curiosity on toddlers' positive thinking attitudes in facing the era society 5.0 in East Wonoayu Hamlet, Dukuhmojo Village, Mojoagung District, Jombang Regency. The design of this research used a one-group pra-post test design. The population in this research were all mothers and toddlers in East Wonoayu Hamlet, Dukuhmojo Village, Mojoagung District, Jombang Regency totaling 47 children. The sampling technique used was total sampling. The samples in this research were all mothers and toddlers in East Wonoayu Hamlet, Dukuhmojo Village, Mojoagung District, Jombang Regency totaling 47 children. The instrument used to assess positive thinking attitudes is a questionnaire. Data processing starts from editing, coding, scoring, and data analysis was carried out using the cross table. The research results showed that there was an increase before the implementation of curiosity as many as 47 (100%) respondents had a moderate positive thinking attitude. And after implementing curiosity 17 (36%) respondents had a high positive thinking attitude. curiosity will motivate a person to continue looking for and knowing new things so that they can increase their knowledge and experience in the learning process.

RESILIENCE OF WIFE WORKING VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE AND DIVORCE IN PEKANBARU CITY

Abstract: Domestic violence experienced by working women in its various forms and ended in divorce, apparently did not have a negative impact on them and their children. It is interesting to trace the resilience phenomenon of working women in Pekanbaru City to break away from adversity and become strong and great mothers. This research is a phenomenological research about the experiences of working women who experience violence in various forms and are divorced in Pekanbaru City. Data sources were obtained through in-depth interviews and observations using anecdotal record techniques. The research respondents were 4 working women. The theory used is resilience theory from Grotberg about three sources of human resilience, namely "I have, I am and I can". The results of the study found that in general 4 respondents got a source of resilience in the form of "I have", in the form of economic independence, family and colleagues. "I am" resilience, in the form of self-confidence and positive thinking, as well as good understanding and experience of religion. "I can" resilience is the ability of informants to solve their problems and control their emotions. The impact they can influence their children to always do their best. In this study it is understood that if women have economic independence, good religious practice, and family support, of course they are more capable and stronger in experiencing all forms of violence and gender injustice that occur in their families.

Constructive workplace deviance for rising Africa: A case of selected South African farmworkers

The rapid population growth in Africa is estimated to double by 2050, which could create food security challenges. The agriculture industry, especially the farming sector, is considered one of the industries that can proactively rise and provide the needed African solutions to solve not only food security and economic stability but also unemployment and poverty. Proactive positive thinking and mechanisms are needed. This paper explores the forms of constructive deviant behaviors and managerial strategies to promote constructive deviance amongst farmworkers at selected South African fruit farms. As employees are important resources to assist organizations in realising their objectives, understanding the forms of constructive deviance amongst farmworkers and the managerial strategies, could assist the sector to continue rising. There seems to be limited research on the positive side of workplace deviance, especially in the African context. A qualitative research design within the paradigm of constructivism was employed to gather in-depth and invaluable data. Semi-structured interviews in the form of a narrative inquiry, were used to collect data. Thirty farmworkers and nine supervisors from three farms constituted the convenient sample for this research. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the collected narrative data. The findings revealed eight forms of constructive deviance, namely; extra-role job performance, high in-role job performance, creative job performance, whistle-blowing, urgent decision-making, disobedience of unreasonable orders and utilization of knowledge and skills. Nine managerial strategies to promote constructive deviant behaviors include effective communication, performance management, rewarding good performance, provision of training, supervisors’ support, degree of autonomy, opportunity to utilize skills, proper placement, and promotion of teamwork. The findings and further research could contribute positively towards assisting the agriculture sector to continue flourishing.

Exploring the Perception of Nationality in Modern Japan from a Western Perspective in the Internet Era

Abstract Based on a Western perspective, this study utilized big data technology and web crawlers to obtain relevant ethnic and cultural information resources in Japan. Subsequently, these resources were sorted out, including the standardization and classification of content, to form a cultural resource base with national characteristics. At the same time, a BP neural network was used to evaluate the relevant factors. Finally, the accuracy and reliability of the model were verified by collecting relevant data and applying multiple linear regression methods. Among the positive probabilities, personal thoughts and social atmosphere were 0.8 and 0.66, respectively, which influenced the formation and orientation of the Japanese national cognitive structure to a certain extent. Traditional customs and religious beliefs are the factors that contribute the most to ethnicity cognition, with weights of 0.5474 and 0.4689, respectively. In the significance analysis, the p-values of dietary culture, dress culture and geographic environment are greater than 0.05, which indicates that these factors do not have a significant positive influence on ethnicity cognition.

Establishment of Healthy Living Characters and The Inheritance of Local Wisdom Values in Miduana Indigenous Communities

Objective: The primary aim of this study is to explore the local wisdom, specifically the tetekon (rules), practiced by the Miduana indigenous people in their housing, livelihoods, and daily lifestyles. It also seeks to understand the process through which these values of local wisdom are passed down from the customary council to the younger generation in Indonesia. Theoretical Framework: The study is rooted in the understanding that indigenous communities like the Miduana people have unique traditional practices that govern their way of life. The concept of tetekon plays a central role in this community, influencing various aspects of their lives, from house construction to livelihood practices and overall life patterns. This framework considers the importance of inherited values within indigenous cultures and the role of the customary council and the community in preserving these traditions. Method: A descriptive method with qualitative characteristic data was employed for this research. Data collection involved observing daily life phenomena and conducting interviews with members of the customary council, local formal leaders, and indigenous peoples. Additionally, the study involved reviewing various library materials relevant to the phenomenon under study. Results: The findings reveal that the Miduana indigenous people actively implement tetekon in multiple aspects of their lives. Elders play a crucial role in exemplifying the preservation of local wisdom, evident in maintaining traditional house shapes, applying tetekon in rice cultivation, promoting positive thinking, and consuming healthy foods from nature. Furthermore, the transmission of local wisdom values occurs at both the family level, through interactional communication and dialogues between parents and children, and at the community level, via public communication in traditional rituals. Conclusion: This study concludes that the Miduana indigenous people's adherence to tetekon is a significant aspect of their cultural identity. The process of transmitting these values from older to younger generations is intricate, involving both familial and communal interactions. The persistent practice of these traditions among the younger generation highlights the dynamic nature of cultural transmission and the importance of indigenous wisdom in contemporary society.

Impact of Work-Life Balance and Stress Management on Job Satisfaction among the Working Women in Higher Educational Institutions in Namakkal District

Purpose: The study aims to assess the impact of work-life balance and stress management on job satisfaction among women employed in higher educational institutions in Namakkal District. Objectives include enriching understanding of work-life balance and stress management concepts in educational settings, evaluating the conditions of female workers, focusing on their happiness, establishing boundaries, and exploring the quality of relationships between female employees and their colleagues within these institutions. Methodology/Approach: Case studies, books, periodicals, journals, articles, and online searches are all examples of secondary sources used in this investigation. Findings/Results: Effective stress management helps people feel better about themselves and do better in the predictable world. It gave people something to look forward to, which boosted their motivation and confidence. As a woman has to take care of her family, she should know the techniques to manage the family and the professional work she is undergoing. She has to maintain good health because she will be the backbone of her family. She has a sole responsibility to take care of herself by eating a healthy diet, exercising, taking deep sleep, maintaining a friendly social network, listening to music, reading books, having positive thinking ability, etc. Outcome: The concept of work-life balance and stress management is reviewed. The steps to achieve a successful Work-Life Balance are evaluated. The awareness about how to find a perfect Work-Life Balance is discussed and the skills that are required to manage stress are identified. Originality/Values: Irritability, impatience, family pressure, anger, frustration, fear, anxiety, self-doubt, panic, melancholy, feelings of inadequacy, insecurity, hopelessness, dissatisfaction, emotional withdrawal, and depression are some of the symptoms of stress that this study focuses on, particularly as they pertain to women. Every lady needs to understand how to triumph over the obstacles above. Type of Paper: Empirical Research.

The influence of critical thinking on creativity: A moderated mediation analysis

We constructed and tested a moderated mediation model to explore the influence of critical thinking on creativity by examining the mediating role of creative self-efficacy (CSE) and the moderating role of perceived school support for creativity (PSSC) in this relationship. The sample comprised 413 Chinese college students who completed a survey at two time points. The empirical analysis results showed that college students' critical thinking was positively related to their creativity. Further, the CSE of college students partially mediated the positive relationship between critical thinking and creativity. In addition, PSSC positively moderated the relationships between critical thinking, CSE, and creativity, that is, when the PSSC of college students was higher, the promotion effect of critical thinking on CSE was enhanced, ultimately promoting creativity. These conclusions enrich the relevant literature on critical thinking, CSE, PSSC, and creativity, and also provide suggestions for the higher education field on how to improve the creativity of college students.

Associations between negative and positive automatic thoughts and clinical variables in patients with schizophrenia

This study investigated the relationships between negative and positive automatic thoughts and clinical variables in patients with schizophrenia. The participants included 36 patients with schizophrenia (male = 16; female = 20; age = 42.86 ± 9.40) who were outpatients in the Department of Psychiatry at Tokushima University Hospital. We used the Automatic Thoughts Questionnaire-Revised (ATQ-R), Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS), Calgary Depression Scale for Schizophrenia (CDSS), and Brief Assessment of Cognition in Schizophrenia (BACS) to assess negative and positive automatic thoughts, positive and negative symptoms, depressive symptoms, and neurocognition, respectively. Spearman rank correlation coefficients were calculated to determine the relationships between negative and positive automatic thoughts and clinical variables. No relationship was observed between negative and positive automatic thoughts. Negative automatic thoughts were related to depressive symptoms. Positive automatic thoughts were related to neurocognition. We therefore surmise that each automatic thought might have different clinical features and outcomes, and should therefore be treated accordingly.

STRATEGIES TO RESPONSE TO PSYCHOLOGICAL TRAUMA OF HEALTHCARE WORKERS IN VIETNAM DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: IMPLICATION FOR THE FUTURE

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought great challenges and stress to healthcare workers (HCWs). The application of appropriate strategies to respond to psychological trauma contributes to the protection of HCWs’ well-being. The objective of this study is to discover the strategies that HCWs used for psychological trauma coping during their participation in COVID-19 prevention and control. This is a qualitative study, conducted in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam, collecting information by in-depth interviews with 40 HCWs participating in COVID-19 prevention and control in HCMC in 2021. Findings showed that strategies of stress coping that HCWs used in the pandemic management are diverse. There were six main themes identified as positive coping solutions in this study including rest and entertainment activities; improving the working environment; maintaining social interaction; positive thinking and action; strengthening personal coping capacity; and showing professionalism at work. In addition to these positive coping solutions, some participants expressed that they have used negative coping skills including using stimulants; taking their anger out on others; running away from work; refusing contact with others; surrendering to their own fate; and quitting their jobs. In addition to general solutions, the participants in charge of different working groups had some specific solutions to deal with the psychological trauma.