BURNOUT

This study tested two online education programs to see if they could prevent stress-related conditions like PTSD, depression, and burnout in paramedics working during the COVID-19 pandemic in Singapore. 63 paramedics took part, completing 6 weekly online modules. The goal was to …

This study tested whether a special type of group discussion, called a Balint group, could help nurses feel less burned out and improve their communication skills. Thirty nurses took part, with half attending six weekly online sessions and the other half continuing their usual wo…

This study tested two programs for people on sick leave due to burnout, adjustment disorder, or stress. One program offered stepped mental health care, and the other added job support. The goal was to see if these programs helped people return to work faster. Over 600 adults from…

This study tested a program to help VA doctors and nurses use hand washing as a moment to practice mindfulness—focusing on the present moment without judgment. 343 staff members were randomly assigned to either receive training, group discussions, and a mindfulness app, or to con…

This study looked at whether laughter yoga can lower burnout and boost 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 new. Results showed that laughter yoga may help nurse…

This study tested whether a mindfulness program delivered through a mobile app could reduce job burnout and improve mental well-being in hospital nurses. 124 female nurses with moderate to high burnout took part. The intervention group used the app while the control group continu…

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 lower existential anxiety. Researchers measured cha…

This study tested whether a structured exercise program at work could lower stress, reduce burnout, and improve quality of life for radiologic technologists. Nineteen healthy radiographers from one hospital took part. The program involved regular exercise sessions, and researcher…

This study looked at how to make surgical training better for residents. Researchers collected data from 215 U.S. surgery programs to understand problems like burnout, mistreatment, and discrimination. They then tested targeted changes to improve the workplace culture and residen…

This study tested a new program called the Relational Playbook, which gives nurse managers tools and coaching to create a better work environment for cardiology teams. Ten VA cardiac catheterization lab staff members took part to see if the program was easy to use and helpful. Th…

This study looked at 140 intensive care unit (ICU) healthcare workers to see if job-related burnout and stress are linked to signs of inflammation in the blood. Participants completed surveys about their mental well-being and gave blood samples to measure inflammatory markers. Th…

This study looked at compassion fatigue, burnout, and stress in 159 healthcare workers (doctors, nurses, and assistants) in the Emergency Room and Intensive Care Unit. Researchers measured their well-being before and after they took part in group discussions designed to find ways…

This study looked at whether using personal smartphones for work hurts work-life balance and increases burnout in nurse managers who oversee more than 50 staff. Six nurse managers tried different communication strategies and reported their stress levels before and after. The goal…

This study looked at how physical activity and exercise habits relate to anxiety, depression, and burnout in 206 French medical residents. Participants filled out online surveys about their exercise levels and mental health. The goal was to see if less active residents had worse …