Well-being Programs Research Articles

Людиноцентричне управління персоналом українських підприємств як протидія викликам воєнного часу

The article actualizes the problem of forming flexible human-centered HR at the Ukrainian enterprises, that would satisfy the basic needs of every employee and staff saving, uninterrupted professional progress and adaptive skills for global challenges of the war period, and lead towards national economic self-realization and self-identification of human-personality, and economic stability of Ukraine. The aim of the article is the reasoning of the necessity to introduce comprehensive innovation principles of human-centered HR at Ukrainian enterprises as an effective counterweight to challenges of the war period and a foundation of the post-war economic reconstruction of Ukraine on the principles of sustainable development in accordance with the European green vector. The article reveals the authors’ vision of the emergence of a new model of the human-centered HR at Ukrainian enterprises, adaptive to the challenges caused by the war, post-pandemic and accelerated 4.0 Industry. It is suggested to introduce a flexible human-centered culture, a hybrid model of job and working environment of the future, comprehensive flexible well-being programs, and flexible adaptive Agile-approaches according to the principles of human-centrism and aims of the sustainable development, which would promote the creation of safe and inclusive surroundings for the realization of the potential of human-personality as the highest value of Ukraine. Based on the research results, the authors formulate conclusions and practical recommendations regarding the necessity of the rethinking and renewal of values and priorities under the conditions of the modern global challenges and new possibilities, according to which especially important is the implementation of comprehensive innovative human-centered approaches to HR at Ukrainian enterprises.

Mental Health and Well-being Programs for Pharma Employees

The pharmaceutical industry is renowned for its high-pressure environment, where employees face challenges such as tight deadlines, regulatory compliance, and ethical dilemmas. These factors contribute to mental health issues like stress, burnout, and anxiety, which can significantly affect productivity and overall organizational success. This research examines the importance of mental health and well-being programs in the pharmaceutical sector, highlighting their effectiveness, limitations, and potential for improvement. It also underscores the critical role of leadership and HR in fostering a supportive culture that prioritizes employee well-being. Keywords Mental health, workplace stress.

Rethinking Physician Health and Well-Being Programs: Building Trust Through Confidential Support

Rethinking Physician Health and Well-Being Programs: Building Trust Through Confidential Support

Psychological interventions for parents of children with intellectual disabilities to enhance child behavioral outcomes or parental well-being: A systematic review, content analysis and effects.

The aim of this review was to identify the type, content, and effectiveness of psychological parenting interventions for parents of children with intellectual disabilities to enhance child behavior and/or parental well-being. A systematic search yielded 21 studies involving 1825 participants. Studies were evaluated according to intervention content, pre- and post-treatment and follow-up effect sizes, and risk of bias. We categorized the interventions into those targeting 'Child or interaction' (child behavior, interaction and learning, understanding disability), and those targeting 'Parent' (parental well-being) or both themes. All these interventions had positive effects on parental well-being or child behavior. Parental outcomes were improved by interventions targeting 'Parental well-being', as well as 'Child or interaction'. Child behavior showed improvements in programs focusing on 'Child or interaction', and in a mindfulness-based parental well-being program. During follow-up, most effects were sustained or further increased, but some studies showed no improvements over the control group.

Overcoming Compassion Fatigue and Burnout in Pediatric Oncology Nurses: Implementation of a Staff Well-Being Program.

Background: As frontline healthcare workers, pediatric oncology nurses are at high risk for burnout, compassion fatigue, and decreased compassion satisfaction. Research indicates that up to 60% of oncology staff experience some form of burnout. This can lead to difficulties in personal and professional relationships, decreased staff retention, and negative effects on patient safety. This evidence-based practice project evaluated the impact of a staff well-being program on pediatric oncology nurses in a 28-bed hematology-oncology unit at a children's hospital. Method: After reviewing the literature related to compassion satisfaction, compassion fatigue, burnout, and well-being, an interdisciplinary team identified best practices for implementing a staff well-being program. This program integrated the components of Code Lavender, which is an alert designed to reduce stress and provide psychological first aid, including social support and a purposeful break from the unit, with staff debriefings, or dedicated time to reflect and focus on the team's emotional response and coping strategies. Results: Nurses reported that Code Lavender met their expectations; 69% agreed or strongly agreed that it had an immediate positive impact on their well-being. The team experienced challenges in coordinating debriefings with consistency, so the process was modified to develop a format that would address the needs of those who access the well-being program. There was a marginally significant improvement in compassion satisfaction from baseline to 12 months (p = .05). Discussion: Promoting healthcare worker well-being continues to be a priority to reduce burnout and to improve compassion satisfaction. Implementation of Code Lavender and debriefings is an important step toward improving the well-being of pediatric oncology nurses.

QR Code Labeling Design for Fixed Asset Management in Accounting Information System PT. Cipta Jaya Perkasa

In an increasingly competitive world of work, the balance between work demands and employees' personal lives is an important issue that affects job satisfaction and productivity. The purpose of this research is to design a fixed asset accounting information system application using QR codes to facilitate inventory in bookkeeping. It can store more comprehensive data, on fixed asset data accurately in recording in each entity. The research method applied is the software development method using Prototyping, where the software creation process will be carried out module by module with testing, starting from tagging, and creating a unique QR code for each fixed asset in each existing entity. The result study results indicate that using technology can make it easier to record assets by simply scanning the QR Code label, which is attached to each asset. So that the process of recording or managing assets can run accurately and quickly. The output of the research is the creation of a web and mobile application to manage asset information systems by utilizing QR Code technology. The implication of this research is for companies to develop wellbeing programs that not only focus on stress reduction but also pay attention to the need for work-life balance. This research also contributes to the development of HR management theory in the context of employee welfare management in modern industries.

Promoting Workplace Health, Safety, and Well-Being Among Essential Agricultural Workers Through Vaccine-Preventable Infectious Diseases Training in the Rio Grande Valley

ABSTRACT Introduction Health, safety, and well-being training programs provide essential education on anticipating, identifying, and mitigating exposures like infectious diseases. Gaps in infectious diseases awareness and education became especially apparent during the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequently were exacerbated by mis- and disinformation. Methods Vaccine-preventable infectious diseases training (influenza, hepatitis A and B, and tetanus infections, including COVID-19) was developed, delivered, and evaluated among 1,043 farmworkers, bodega workers, and production management in the Rio Grande Valley using mobile-learning technologies. The Kirkpatrick Four-Level Training Evaluation Model was utilized to evaluate training satisfaction (Level 1), effectiveness (Level 2), and effect on behavior (Level 3). Results The mean score on the pretest before training was 67.8% (SD 17.5), and the mean score on the same test immediately after the video training was 77.2% (SD 17.9). A paired t-test revealed that knowledge improved significantly from pre- to post-training (p < .05). We observed a difference between mean pre- and post-test scores relative to the pooled standard deviation, resulting in an effect size estimate of 0.53 indicative of a medium learning effect. Conclusion There is no “silver bullet” for training migrating bodega and farmworkers. Our findings suggest that the utilization of m-learning techniques continues to be a successful mechanism for delivering health, safety, and well-being awareness training content to agricultural workers in remote and challenging work environments. There is a long overdue need for offline capable software with features that allow equitable access to training, even in remote farming regions.

Te Mauri—whānau mana motuhake: supportive care for whānau Māori living with cancer

This article describes the origins and development of Te Mauri (the life essence), a unique Māori (Indigenous people of New Zealand) public health and well-being programme aimed at addressing critical gaps in knowledge about supportive cancer care for whānau (families) living with cancer in Aotearoa (New Zealand). Te Mauri is a kaupapa Māori (Māori philosophy) public health initiative having a whānau ora (family well-being) approach, so is based not on the individual, or patient, but within whānau and the core role of communities in relation to the provision of cancer care, the promotion of recovery from cancer, and the maintenance of well-being for current and future generations. Te Mauri makes an important contribution to expanding mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge) and the range of Indigenous models of care so that cancer service provision is improved for the benefit of all those who are on a cancer journey.

Increasing student well-being through a positive psychology intervention: changes in salivary cortisol, depression, psychological well-being, and hope.

The significant prevalence of mental health problems among children and adolescents is a major concern worldwide. The current study evaluates the impact of a year-long, school-based intervention, Flourishing Students, on adolescents' salivary cortisol levels, depressive symptoms, psychological well-being, and hope. Utilizing a cluster randomized design with intervention and control classes, 72 students engaged in 32 well-being lessons during academic year 2016-2017, whereas 68 students followed their standard curriculum. Depressive symptoms and psychological well-being were assessed at three time points, while the stress hormone cortisol and hope were measured at two. The results showed a slight increase in cortisol levels from baseline to post-intervention during school hours in the control group, whereas no change occurred in the intervention group. Additionally, total cortisol levels at post-intervention were slightly lower among intervention-group students compared with control group students. Questionnaire data revealed significant interaction effects on psychological well-being and hope from baseline to post-intervention, and on depression and psychological well-being from baseline to the 5-month follow-up. The intervention group scored lower in depressive symptoms and higher in psychological well-being and hope compared with the control group. These findings underscore the essential role of comprehensive assessment methods in evaluating intervention efficacy in well-being programs.

Digital Public Spaces for Youth Engagement in Informal Settlements

Public participation in all its forms is continually limited amongst the marginalized, especially those living in informal settlements. While the right to participate in decision-making on policy and development projects is enshrined in state laws, the urban poor continue to be excluded from such activities, thereby limiting their democratic rights. Inadequate public spaces are one factor that minimalizes the urban community’s participation in citywide proposals. Besides, other forms of participation, such as digital engagement, do not reach the urban poor due to the limited digital infrastructure in low-income areas of the city. Attempts to conduct participation in informal settlements see only a few people engaged in those worsening existing inequalities in cities. This article proposes a strategy for designing and implementing digital hubs as vital and vibrant public spaces for youth engagement in informal settlements. It looks beyond the hubs as spaces for merely enhancing digital connection but as spaces that integrate interactive and collaborative activities, thus bringing community members to participate in government decision-making processes and engagement with the community agenda. Taking the case of Mathare informal settlement, the article draws inspiration from the government of Kenya’s plan to establish 1450 digital hubs across all wards in the country. The article proposes a hybridity of activities in the proposed hubs to have both physical and digital engagement methods. Besides participation, the hubs would also be used to promote social health and wellbeing programs through digital literacy training, enterprise development, activism, empowerment, and engagement in remote/online tasks.

Tailoring Well-Being Programs for Optimal Impact

This article explores strategies for achieving optimal outcomes through workplace well-being programs. It discusses defining success across multiple impact dimensions including participation, behavior change, health outcomes, and organizational costs. A research-backed framework is provided for tailoring program design based on unique organizational culture factors such as industry, size, values, and generational mix. Behavioral science principles are also outlined for strengthening employee engagement through tactics like social support, gradual goal-setting, feedback mechanisms, and offerings that provide pleasure and autonomy. Real-world case examples from diverse industry settings demonstrate effective application. The brief concludes with recommendations for ongoing program stewardship including evaluation, leadership buy-in, community building, communications, and continuous improvement efforts. The goal is to help practitioners maximize returns from their wellness investments.

Transforming Workforce Dynamics: The Role of Remote Work Flexibility, Technological Adoption, and Employee Wellbeing on Productivity of State Owned Enterprise Employee

This study examines the impact of remote work flexibility, technological adoption, and employee wellbeing on the productivity of employees in state-owned enterprises (SOEs). In response to shifting workplace dynamics, SOEs have increasingly implemented flexible work arrangements and digital tools, prompting the need to evaluate how these factors influence employee performance. Using a quantitative research approach, data were collected from 400 employees across various SOEs in Indonesia. The analysis, conducted using multiple linear regression, revealed that technological adoption significantly enhances employee productivity, followed by remote work flexibility and employee wellbeing. Findings also highlight challenges such as digital infrastructure limitations and the need for more comprehensive wellbeing programs. The study contributes to existing literature by providing insights into how SOEs can optimize workforce productivity through flexible work policies, digital transformation, and employee wellbeing initiatives. Practical recommendations for overcoming identified barriers are discussed, offering a roadmap for SOEs to enhance employee performance in a rapidly evolving work environment.

Pilot evaluation of an innovative school-based mental health literacy program for teachers and students: The Decode Mental Health and Wellbeing Program

Pilot evaluation of an innovative school-based mental health literacy program for teachers and students: The Decode Mental Health and Wellbeing Program

Using Human-Centered Co-Design to Develop a Hearing Wellbeing Program

Using Human-Centered Co-Design to Develop a Hearing Wellbeing Program

Analysing the Factors Impacting the Mindfulness and Wellbeing of Faculty Members of Arts and Science Self-Financing Colleges in Kerala

Teaching in the modern academic environment is more complex, which makes it necessary to examine the challenges Kerala’s self-finance institutions arts and science institutes’ staff members are experiencing. This study investigates workplace stress among academic staff in self-financing arts and science institutes in Kerala. It analyses stress management techniques, including wellbeing initiatives and emotional intelligence training, and identifies the main stressors based on knowledge management (KM). The goal of the study is to improve faculty members’ performance and wellbeing in these institutions by providing information regarding relevant stress-reduction techniques that are specific to KM. The factors causing workplace stress have been measured as (a) demographic factors, (b) institutional factors and (c) psychological factors. Also, the stress management activities for the faculty members were considered a wellbeing programme, emotional intelligence, training and development. Initially, data collection was performed and 156 faculty members worked in arts and science self-financing colleges of the Kerala district. For a survey, in accordance with the proposed hypothesis, a systematic questionnaire has been created and sent to the faculty members who operate in Kerala. Moreover, statistical tests were performed on the gathered data using structural equation modelling (SEM) techniques. This investigation has revealed the characteristics that affect the faculty and staff working for an organisation in terms of workplace stress and excellent fit. The findings reveal that demographic demographics, institutional issues and stress management strategies influence faculty members in Kerala’s arts and self-finance colleges.

The power of researcher communities: actions towards better mental well-being in academic workplaces

This article delves into the mental health crisis in academia, highlighting the challenges associated with the growing cases of psychological problems among academic employees and Early-Career Researchers (ECRs). We demonstrate how the Researcher Mental Health Observatory (ReMO) community addressed these issues through networking, awareness raising, and advocating for actions to nurture a supportive work environment and remove stigma from mental health problems. Moreover, we highlight the role of institutions in promoting mental health, showcase instruments to collect data on academic working conditions, and discuss initiatives like the well-being ambassador programme aimed at supporting ECRs in their career development and mental well-being. Additionally, we touch upon the importance of self-care behaviours and peer support in academia. We conclude by highlighting the ongoing discussions on mental health, well-being, and healthy academic working environments, underscoring the long-lasting impact of the ReMO community’s efforts in the European academic world.

Burnout among Postgraduate Healthcare Trainees at a Tertiary Healthcare Center in Saudi Arabia.

The aim of this study was to investigate the level of burnout among postgraduate healthcare trainees at a tertiary care center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and assess the need to establish a well-being program. This cross-sectional study was conducted between December 2021 and January 2022 and used two validated questionnaires: the Copenhagen Burnout Inventory (CBI) for assessing burnout among postgraduate healthcare trainees, and a questionnaire for assessing program directors' opinion on the need for a well-being program. A total of 386 trainees and 85 program directors completed the questionnaire. In both groups, the majority of the respondents were male (trainees: 53.9%; program directors: 61.2%). A total of 226 trainees (58.5%) scored above the CBI burnout cut-off score, with the median score being highest in the personal domain (62.5,IQR: 45.8-75). In the univariate analysis, the mean burnout score was higher among trainees who were married (P = 0.036), had children (P = <0.001), and were seniors (P = 0.028), whereas in the multivariate analysis, the only significant predictor of burnout was having 1-2 children (P = 0.023) or 3-4 children (P = 0.013). In the program directors survey, 90.6% agreed that improving physicians' well-being would directly rectify patients' overall well-being, but only 28.2% stated that it is currently incorporated in the curriculum. This study found that a large proportion of postgraduate healthcare trainees experience burnout, particularly in the personal domain. Although program directors supported the concept of trainees' well-being, its incorporation into the curriculum was lacking, suggesting the necessity of establishing a well-being program.

Should I Stay, or Should I Go? Emotional Exhaustion's Association with Intent to Leave in a National Sample of Female Physician Trainees.

Background: Physician burnout disproportionately affects women and contributes to attrition from the workforce, a costly problem that likely begins in training. Female physicians leave the workforce significantly earlier than male counterparts. The association between burnout and attrition intent in women physician trainees is unknown. Methods: This is a cross-sectional analysis of baseline data from a national sample of female physician trainees in a randomized controlled trial testing a well-being program in 2022. Participants completed surveys on burnout and intent to leave. Associations were analyzed using chi-square testing and univariable linear regression. Results: A total of 1,017 trainees responded. The average standard deviation (SD) age was 30.8 (4.0) years, 959 (94.3%) self-identified as a woman, and 540 (53.1%) as White. One-fifth (207, 20.7%) were in postgraduate year (PGY)-1, 198 (19.8%) PGY-2, and 595 (59.5%) ≥ PGY-3. Most scored positively for burnout; 77.5% experienced high emotional exhaustion (EE). One-fifth (20.6%) reported some intent to leave their program before graduation, and 32.7% reported intent to leave their specialty within 2 years. There was a strong association between EE scores and intent to leave: trainees reporting a high likelihood to leave before graduation had a 22.27 higher EE point average than those reporting no likelihood (95% confidence interval [CI]: 7.80, 36.74, p = 0.003). Conclusions: Attrition intent was associated with burnout. Addressing burnout during training will not only benefit trainees but could impact the retention of women physicians.

How do medical students' expectations shape their experiences of well-being programmes?

Medical schools have a duty of care to support their students' health and well-being. Student support studies have tended to focus on outcomes in respect of effectiveness and satisfaction. In contrast, little is known about how student expectations of support may shape their experiences and engagement with support mechanisms, as well as the relationships students have with those offering support (including the institution itself). To address this gap in knowledge, we explore how medical students' expectations of student support systems shape, and are shaped by, institutional rules and processes. We employed a qualitative case study approach using an institutional ethnography informed methodology. Our context was a medical school that provides a well-advertised, formal institutional support system where students are assigned a personal tutor. Data collection included interviews with medical students (n = 13) plus document analysis (public facing artefacts and internal policies/guidelines related to the support system). We applied the lens of psychological contract theory to guide abductive analysis of interview and text data. Students expected a strong support system to be provided by the medical school and the personal tutors. However, their experiences did not always align with their expectations. Some felt excluded by the system while others regarded the relationship with their personal tutor as more transactional than relational. Where their expectations were unmet, students responded by reducing their engagement with the formal support system and creating their own peer-support network that supplemented existing formal support. Student expectations matter in shaping their experiences of support systems. Where expectations are unmet, students may disengage and/or find alternatives. This may be easier for some students compared with others. More understanding of the relationship between expectations and engagement with support can inform the development of institutional support structures that meet the needs of all students across time.

Self-Compassion for Healthcare Communities: Exploring the Effects of a Synchronous Online Continuing Medical Education Program on Physician Burnout

Introduction: Physician burnout is a common problem for which self-compassion training has shown positive effects. In this program evaluation, we explore the effects of a synchronous online continuing medical education program (Self-Compassion for Healthcare Communities, SCHC) to improve physician burnout and related outcomes. Methods: The SCHC program was delivered online via Zoom and consisted of six 1-hour weekly sessions to enhance self-compassion and well-being. The primary outcome was the “burnout” subscale of the Professional Quality of Life scale; compassion satisfaction, secondary traumatic stress, self-compassion, resilience activation and decompression, and job satisfaction were evaluated, and qualitative data were also collected. Results: A total of 116 physicians attended at least one session of the program, 48 of whom completed both the preprogram and postprogram surveys. The results showed that physicians experienced a reduction in their burnout levels (P = .001) as well as improvements in compassion satisfaction (P = .027), secondary traumatic stress (P = .001), self-compassion (P &lt; .001), resilience decompression (P = .012), and job satisfaction (P = .038). Qualitative data, obtained from a total of 91 participants who attended at least one session, indicated that participants were satisfied with the SCHC program: they found it useful for learning to be compassionate with themselves and they highly valued having the chance to connect with other colleagues who experience similar struggles. Discussion: The live online SCHC program showed benefits on physician burnout and related outcomes such as compassion satisfaction, secondary traumatic stress, self-compassion, resilience decompression, and job satisfaction. Nonetheless, in addition to individual-focused well-being programs, systemic changes in health care delivery were also deemed necessary to decrease burnout.