Burnout and Coping Mechanisms among Healthcare Workers: A Comparative Study of Laboratory Specialists, Nurses, and Psychologists

Authors: Faisal E. Aljwuaied, Hajer A. Bader, Nourah M. Alorainy, Abeer M. Alharbi, Alanoud A. Abu taleb, Fawzia H. Alkhazaal, Weaam A. Alabdulhai, Maha I. Alonazi

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14381980

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g8vbfg

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Burnout is a pervasive issue in healthcare, affecting laboratory specialists, nurses, and psychologists in distinct ways. This study investigated burnout prevalence, contributing factors, and coping mechanisms among these professional groups in a tertiary hospital using a mixed-methods approach. Quantitative findings revealed that nurses reported the highest levels of emotional exhaustion and depersonalization, while laboratory specialists exhibited the highest personal accomplishment scores. Psychologists faced unique challenges related to emotional isolation and trauma exposure. Qualitative analysis identified three main themes: contributing factors to burnout, emotional impact, and coping strategies. Nurses relied on social support, psychologists on mindfulness, and laboratory specialists on task-focused strategies. These findings underscore the importance of tailored, interdisciplinary interventions to mitigate burnout and enhance well-being across healthcare professions.

Keywords: Burnout, Healthcare Professionals, Laboratory Specialists, Nurses, Psychologists, Coping Mechanisms, Emotional Exhaustion

Paper Id: 231809

Published On: 2023-05-03

Published In: Volume 11, Issue 3, May-June 2023

Cite This: Burnout and Coping Mechanisms among Healthcare Workers: A Comparative Study of Laboratory Specialists, Nurses, and Psychologists - Faisal E. Aljwuaied, Hajer A. Bader, Nourah M. Alorainy, Abeer M. Alharbi, Alanoud A. Abu taleb, Fawzia H. Alkhazaal, Weaam A. Alabdulhai, Maha I. Alonazi - IJIRMPS Volume 11, Issue 3, May-June 2023. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.14381980

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