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The Burn Out of Health Professional: Case of the Tominian Health District
Dembélé K.S, Malle K, Konate S, Dembele A, Kane M, Diallo M A, Diarra I, Diarra K K, Sidibe S, Diarra M A, Camara S, Diarra Z, Dicko O A A
EAS J Psychol Behav Sci; 2024 6(3): 66-70
DOI:10.36349/easjpbs.2024.v06i03.003
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The health of the population is one of the priority sectors of the Malian state authorities. The implementation at the operational level of socio-health activities by health professionals remains a challenge given working conditions and societal realities. This situation in an unfavorable environment exposes these professionals to the development of burnout. Observation: It was a health professional, 48 years old, a civil servant for 10 years in the district, having consulted for insomnia, osteoarticular pain and anorexia. Mood disorders, nervousness, palpitations, physical asthenia persisting for 7 months had been observed. Several consultations and assessments carried out without success. The persistence of the symptoms and the negativity of the assessments made it possible to raise the hypothesis of a professional burnout syndrome. A treatment based on rest over 1 month combined with anxiolytics for 15 days allowed the symptoms to improve. Follow-up for 11 months was unremarkable. Conclusion: The workload, the insufficiency in the organization, the planning of activities and sometimes the failure of the patient to fulfill their duties in our structures are determining factors in the occurrence of burnout among health professionals. Sufficient recruitment of professionals at the operational level, health education and the implementation of an adequate work plan could reduce this risk.
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Objective: To uncover time management stress, coping strategies, and post-intervention intentions among diverse participants to improve practices and foster a healthier work environment. Study Design: Cross sectional study. Place and duration of Study: The study was conducted at the department of Pathology Fazaia medical college from Feb 15, 2024 to Feb 16, 2024. Methodology: using a questionnaire a survey was conducted and data was analyzed through SPSS software and by using graphs and tables results were illustrated. Results: the survey showed that female gender was more effected than males and participants from private sector medical colleges were more under stress and most of them belonged to province Punjab. Post work shop results were satisfying as the participants were agreed to adopt different ways for coping with stress. Conclusion: the study emphasizes the significance of tailored interventions and workshops in empowering individuals to address workplace stress of time management effectively. By recognizing stressors, employing diverse coping strategies, and fostering proactive attitudes, individuals can navigate and mitigate the impact of time management in the workplace.
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The present study was aimed at studying the perceived occupational stress among male and female teachers working in +2 private schools with special reference to Darbhanga district, India. It is undoubtedly fact that in recent years our private educator’s organizations and other groups have sought to improve the public image of the teaching occupation so as to attract more people in to the occupation. Hence, the present piece of research work is of immense value on the problem mentioned above. For the present investigation, total sample consisted of one hundred sixty (N=160) comprising male (n=80) and female (n=80) teachers working in +2 Private Schools were randomly selected from different private schools of Darbhanga district. Data were collected through questionnaire schedules on the sample. Having obtained the data on the items of the schedules, individual scores were summed up and tabulated according to procedure of the scales for giving statistical treatment. Results indicated the fact that there is a significant difference between male and female teachers working in +2 private Schools of Darbhanga district in their degree of perceived reactions on occupational stress as t-value has been found statistically significant at .05 but all the teachers reported more or less moderate level of occupational stress. On the other hand, no significant difference has been found between the groups of males and females in terms of their degree of the dimensions of occupational stress, viz. unreasonable groups and political pressures, under participation, intrinsic impoverishment, low status, and unprofitability. although few dimensions of occupational stress out of twelve dimensions viz., role overload, role ambiguity, responsibility for persons, poor peer relations and strenuous working conditions have been found as the predictors between male and female teachers as these dimensions has been found statistically significant at .01 and ,05 level of confidence although both ...
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The mental health of nursing students is increasingly recognized as a critical issue, particularly given the high demands of their educational and clinical training. This study evaluates the prevalence and severity of stress among 94 nursing students, revealing a significant incidence of stress with potentially serious implications for health. According to the World Health Organization, optimal mental health enables individuals to manage life’s normal stresses and contribute positively to their communities. However, when stress becomes pathological, it can severely impact life balance and health, leading to conditions such as anxiety and depression. Our findings show that 38.3% of nursing students experience stress, with 61.7% exhibiting symptoms of stress and 35.1% facing mild pathological stress. Notably, severe pathological stress necessitating medical intervention was observed in 3.2% of the cohort. The average stress score was 21.2 ± 4.4, indicating a substantial risk of stress progression from normal to mild pathological levels. Demographic analysis revealed no significant differences in stress prevalence based on gender, age, or ethnicity. Living arrangements and economic status did not significantly influence stress rates. These findings underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions to mitigate stress and its detrimental effects on nursing students, potentially enhancing their educational outcomes and long-term mental health.
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The psychological impact of sexual harassment on employees is profound and multifaceted, encompassing a range of emotional, mental, and physical consequences. Understanding and addressing these psychological effects through supportive organizational practices, psychological interventions, and legal mechanisms are essential in creating a safe and respectful workplace environment for all employees. Organizational psychology plays a vital role in addressing sexual misconduct in the workplace by providing insights into organizational culture, policy development, training effectiveness, reporting mechanisms, and psychological factors that influence behaviors. By leveraging the principles of organizational psychology, organizations can create a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment that prevents and effectively addresses instances of sexual misconduct. The effectiveness of psychological interventions in harassment cases is a crucial aspect of creating a safe and inclusive work environment. By implementing evidence-based strategies and interventions, organizations can effectively prevent and address workplace harassment, including bullying, violence, and sexual harassment. Psychological interventions play a significant role in promoting psychological well-being, reducing instances of harassment, and fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity in the workplace. Implementing psychological strategies to prevent workplace sexual harassment necessitates a multifaceted approach that combines awareness-raising, training, bystander intervention, and targeted interventions to address organizational antecedents. By integrating psychological insights into prevention efforts, organizations can create a culture of respect, safety, and equality that promotes employee well-being and organizational success. Organizations need to prioritize psychological safety, provide training and support for employees, and establish clear policies and procedures to address harassment .....
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The level of marital stability among members of a given community is important in determining the future generations of that community. This study investigated the levels of marital stability among couples in selected parishes in the Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (CAN), Kenya. The study was guided by the Emotion Focused Theory and employed concurrent convergent mixed methods research design. The study targeted a population of 19,828 Catholic faithful in the research area, who have exchanged their marital vows therein within the last 5 to 25 years. From these, sample of 784 married men and women were selected by multistage sampling thus census, proportionate quota and simple random sampling techniques. Data was collected using the marital Stability Questionnaire, whose resultant data was analyzed descriptively using frequency counts and percentages. Findings indicated that the marital stability of respondents in the research area was in three levels thus low, moderate and high. The study recommends that the office of the attorney general should formulate policy to ensure all newly married couples are sensitized on various aspects of marital stability before issuing them with marriage certificates.
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A stable marriage is crucial for establishment of a prosperous community, but this depends on psychological well-being of the couples. This study investigated the levels of psychological well-being among couples in selected parishes in the Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (CAN), Kenya. The study was guided by Adlerian Theory and employed concurrent convergent mixed methods research design. The target population was 19,828 Catholic faithful, who have exchanged their marital vows in CAN within the last 5 to 25 years. A sample of 784 married men and women were selected by multistage sampling and used as respondents. The psychological well-being questionnaire was used to collect data, which were analyzed descriptively using frequency counts and percentages. Findings revealed that psychological well-being of the married couples was in three levels thus low, moderate and high. It is recommended that policy should be made by the government of Kenya through the office of the Attorney general by formulating a legal framework to ensure all newly married couples are trained on various aspects of psychological well-being so as to ensure stable marriage.