BURNOUT

This study tested whether a digital coaching platform paired with a wearable sensor could help first-year medical students build resilience and reduce burnout. Thirty-six students used the Arena Strive app, had two virtual coaching sessions, and wore a device to track heart rate …

This study looked at whether a mindfulness training program could improve attention and emotional well-being in first responders, like firefighters. 87 people from a fire department peer support group took part. The training aimed to reduce mind wandering and increase resilience …

This study tested a mindfulness-based psychoeducation program for 66 nurses working in intensive care, oncology, and emergency units. The goal was to see if the program could reduce burnout, improve clinical decision-making, and ease existential anxiety. Researchers measured chan…

This study tested two online courses designed to help paramedics in Singapore manage stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic. 63 paramedics took part, completing six weekly online modules. The goal was to see which course better improved mental healt…

This study tested two programs for people on sick leave due to burnout, adjustment disorder, or stress: one offering mental health care step-by-step, and another combining that with job support. Over 600 participants from four Danish municipalities took part. The goal was to see …

This study tested a six-week workplace exercise program for radiologic technologists, who often face high stress and burnout. Nineteen healthy volunteers did 15-20 minute sessions three times a week, focusing on flexibility, balance, and strength. Researchers measured changes in …

This study tested whether a Balint-based group intervention could reduce burnout and improve communication skills in nurses. Thirty nurses were randomly assigned to either six weekly online Balint sessions or their usual routine. Burnout and communication skills were measured bef…

This study tested whether laughter yoga can help reduce burnout and improve spiritual well-being in intensive care unit (ICU) nurses. 70 nurses were split into two groups: one did eight laughter yoga sessions, the other did nothing. Researchers measured changes in burnout and wel…

This study tested whether a mindfulness program delivered through a mobile app could reduce job burnout and boost psychological capital in hospital nurses. 124 female nurses with moderate to high burnout participated. The intervention group used the app daily for 40 days, while t…

This study tested whether a training course on creating a healthy work environment helps nurses and nursing assistants. 117 hospital staff took part; some received the training and others did not. Researchers compared the two groups to see if the course improved workplace percept…

This study looked at 140 intensive care unit (ICU) healthcare workers to see if burnout and stress are linked to changes in their blood. Researchers measured stress levels using questionnaires and checked for signs of inflammation in blood samples. The goal was to understand how …

This study looked at how to make surgical residency programs better and less stressful for doctors in training. Researchers collected information from over 200 US surgery programs about burnout, mistreatment, and other problems. The goal was to find ways to improve the workplace …

This study explored whether using personal smartphones for work communication harms work-life balance and increases burnout among nurse managers. Six nurse managers with over 50 staff members each tried new communication strategies. The goal was to see if these tools could reduce…

This completed study tested a simple idea: what if doctors and nurses used hand washing as a cue to practice mindfulness? 343 VA physicians and nurses took part. Some received mindfulness education, group discussions, and an optional app, while others did not. The goal was to see…

This study looked at compassion fatigue—a mix of burnout and stress from caring for others—in 159 healthcare workers in emergency rooms and intensive care units. Workers filled out a questionnaire before and after taking part in focus groups designed to help them cope. The goal w…

This study looked at 206 medical residents in France to see if their physical activity levels are linked to anxiety, depression, and burnout. Participants filled out online surveys about their exercise habits and mental health. The goal is to understand whether staying active mig…

This pilot study tested whether a 'Relational Playbook' combined with leadership coaching could help reduce burnout among cardiology teams at six VA hospitals. Ten staff members participated, using the playbook's resources and interventions to improve their work environment. The …