Impact of COVID-19 on NHS Healthcare Workers' Mental Health
Author Information
Author(s): Vyas Arjun, Butakhieo Nantapong, Vyas Lina, Fernández-Jiménez Eduardo, González-Sanguino Clara
Primary Institution: James Cook University Hospital, South Tees NHS Foundation Trust
Hypothesis
Fear of infection mediates the relationship between frustration at work and turnover intention.
Conclusion
The study found that frustration at work and fear of infection significantly influence the turnover intention of healthcare workers in the NHS during the pandemic.
Supporting Evidence
- 45% of doctors reported suffering from mental health issues during the pandemic.
- 59% of doctors experienced higher levels of fatigue than normal.
- 40% of nurses reported their mental health was worse than in previous years.
Takeaway
Healthcare workers in the NHS felt very stressed during the pandemic, which made them think about leaving their jobs more often.
Methodology
A mixed-methods approach was used, including a questionnaire survey and online interviews.
Limitations
The study is based on a limited sample size and was conducted during the pandemic, which may affect the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
The sample included 119 healthcare workers, predominantly female (63%), with a majority being doctors.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.01
Confidence Interval
[0.01, 0.19]
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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