Mental Health of Health Care Workers at Imam Khomeini Hospital in Tehran During COVID-19 Pandemic

Rouhbakhsh, Ashraf; Arbabi, Mohammad; Nejatisafa, Ali‐Akbar; Sharafi, Elham; Etesam, Farnaz; Shahmansouri, Nazila; Amiri, Fatemeh; Badrfam, Rahim; Noorbala, Ahmad Ali

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“…Reducing work hours and limiting clinical services to emergency procedures can be useful advice for only a limited time, as they may result in financial problems 14,39 . Therefore, it seems that measures such as increasing the general vaccination rate, improving the identification system of patients infected with COVID‐19, providing enough PPE, identifying HCWs at risk of developing psychiatric disorders, appreciating HCWs' efforts during the pandemic era, and providing available psychiatric and psychological services for them can be more effective and efficient 40 …”

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“…14,39 Therefore, it seems that measures such as increasing the general vaccination rate, improving the identification system of patients infected with COVID-19, providing enough PPE, identifying HCWs at risk of developing psychiatric disorders, appreciating HCWs' efforts during the pandemic era, and providing available psychiatric and psychological services for them can be more effective and efficient. 40 This study is conducted by a cross-sectional method; therefore, it had some inherent limitations. We did not have any data regarding baseline mental health conditions among dental care providers who participated in the study.…”

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The psychological toll of the COVID‐19 pandemic on dental care providers in Iran: A multicenter cross‐sectional study

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Background/Purpose The COVID‐19 pandemic affects social and psychological resources. Healthcare workers, especially dental personnel, are more at risk for mental issues due to anxiety, pressure, and frustration. This study assessed mental health outcomes during the COVID‐19 epidemic among Iranian dental care providers, focusing on insomnia, anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Methods In this multicenter cross‐sectional survey, the Insomnia Severity Index, the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, and the Global Psychotrauma Screening were masured. Six hundred thirty‐eight dental care providers (dental specialists, general dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and dental students) from different parts of Iran (Tehran, Shiraz, Tabriz, and Mashhad) were investigated by the stratified sampling method. The univariate analysis was incorporated as independent in binary logistic regression models to analyze the data. In this study, the significance level was set at 0.05. Results Among all the participants, 42.8% were dental students or residents, 21.9% were general or specialist dentists, 18.7% were dental assistants, and 16.6% were nonclinicians. The prevalence of insomnia, anxiety, and depression was 31.3%, 40.8%, and 54.9%, respectively. The frequency of participants in the low, moderate, and high levels of PTSD resulting from LCA 56.6%, 33.7%, and 9.7%, respectively. Conclusions This study found a significant frequency of mental health issues among Iranian dentists. Females, participants whose relatives have COVID‐19, and those with a higher workload were more likely to develop mental health symptoms. As mental problems among dental professionals might affect the quality of patient care, diagnostic, supportive, and therapeutic interventions should be taken.

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The psychological toll of the COVID‐19 pandemic on dental care providers in Iran: A multicenter cross‐sectional study

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“…The prevalence of burnout among healthcare workers in the COVID-19 has also been frequently studied in different regions and countries and high-level burnout rates of 49.3% ( 12 ) and 50% ( 13 ), to more than 60% ( 14 ) and even 67% ( 15 ) have been reported among healthcare workers in the COVID-19 pandemic. Studies have also shown high rates of anxiety and depression among Iranian healthcare workers in the COVID-19 pandemic ( 16 – 18 ), especially among the female ( 19 ). Iranian studies have shown negative psychological experiences caused by COVID-19 in healthcare workers, such as fatigue, discomfort, and helplessness due to high-intensity work, anxiety, and worry about family members ( 20 ).…”

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Mental Health, Burnout, and Job Stressors Among Healthcare Workers During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Iran: A Cross-Sectional Survey

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IntroductionThe COVID-19 pandemic has caused increasing levels of mental health problems such as anxiety and depression among doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers in hospitals or health centers. The main objective of this study was to assess the mental health, job stressors, and burnout among healthcare workers in Iran.Materials and MethodsA cross-sectional study was performed in the primary healthcare centers and hospitals affiliated with six of the medical universities in Iran. The selection of participants was done using multi-center convenient sampling. The Patient Health Questionnaire-9, Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7, and Copenhagen Burnout Inventory were used for gathering data through an online platform. Data related to job stressors were obtained using a validated checklist. Data analysis was performed using Chi-square and multiple regression tests and the phi coefficient.ResultsThe results of our study showed that 53% of the healthcare workers of the hospitals and primary healthcare centers enrolled in our study either had generalized anxiety disorder or major depressive disorder or both disorders. Moderate and high levels of burnout were seen among 48.9% of the study participants. The prevalence of mental disorders and burnout were significantly higher among the female healthcare workers compared to the male (p = 0.0001) and a higher rate of mental disorder and burnout was also seen among healthcare workers of hospitals compared to those working in primary healthcare centers (p = 0.024). “Worry about children and old members of family,” “family worries for my health condition” and “lack of specific effective treatment for COVID-19” were found to be predictive of mental disorder and burnout. The most prevalent job stressor among the total sample was “low payment or income during the COVID-19 period”.ConclusionThe results of our study revealed high psychological distress and burnout among healthcare workers of the hospitals during the fourth peak of the COVID-19 pandemic in Iran. This study highlights the need for health officials to pay attention to the job stressors of healthcare workers and obliges them to perform effective interventions to address their needs and concerns.

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Mental Health of Health Care Workers at Imam Khomeini Hospital in Tehran During COVID-19 Pandemic

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The psychological toll of the COVID‐19 pandemic on dental care providers in Iran: A multicenter cross‐sectional study

The psychological toll of the COVID‐19 pandemic on dental care providers in Iran: A multicenter cross‐sectional study

Mental Health, Burnout, and Job Stressors Among Healthcare Workers During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Iran: A Cross-Sectional Survey

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