BURNOUT

This study tests a program called FOREST that teaches positive emotion skills to help gun violence prevention workers cope with stress and avoid burnout. About 100 staff from one organization will take part over nine months. The goal is to see if the program reduces burnout, anxi…

This early-stage study tests whether psilocybin-assisted therapy can safely reduce burnout in doctors. Ten UCSD physicians with long-term burnout symptoms will receive the treatment and be monitored for safety and improvement. The goal is to see if this approach is feasible and w…

This study tests whether a structured support group, called the Student Midwife Support Circle, can reduce burnout and improve resilience and professional belonging among midwifery students. About 80 students will take part. The goal is to see if talking through challenges togeth…

This study tests whether simple online exercises—like writing a gratitude letter—can boost well-being and reduce burnout in adults, especially healthcare workers. Up to 8,000 participants will try one or more tools and complete surveys over a year. The goal is to see if these bri…

This study tests whether a special retreat program called RISE can help nurse managers feel less burned out and stressed. The study will include 16 nurse managers from AdventHealth who already have moderate to high burnout scores. Participants will attend the retreat and fill out…

This study tests a workplace program for healthcare workers that combines mind-body techniques, self-care strategies, and special nutrition to improve stress resilience and reduce burnout. About 252 employees from University Medicine Essen will participate. If it works, the progr…

This study tests whether an evidence-based quality improvement program can reduce burnout among VA primary care providers and staff. About 203 participants from 5 clinics will take part. The goal is to see if the program is practical, well-liked, and effective at lowering burnout…

This study tests a 12-session training program that uses heart rate feedback to help security personnel manage stress and prevent burnout. About 50 Portuguese National Guard members will learn breathing techniques to improve their body's stress response. The goal is to see if thi…

This study looks at how compassionate care is given and experienced in a Danish hospital. Researchers will ask patients and healthcare workers to fill out questionnaires about compassion and burnout. The goal is to understand current levels of compassion and find ways to improve …

This study looks at whether wearable devices and personalized wellness coaching can help first-year medical students manage stress and build resilience. Researchers will track heart rate, sleep, and stress levels in 49 students over time. The goal is to find simple tools that sch…

This study tests a training program called ASCEND, developed by the World Health Organization, for supervisors in Dutch small and medium-sized businesses. The goal is to help supervisors better support their employees' mental health, reduce stigma, and improve workplace well-bein…