Research on the Psychological Impacts of Covid-19 on Healthcare Workers
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https://doi.org/10.47611/jsrhs.v12i3.4924Keywords:
covid-19, psychological impact, healthcare workersAbstract
The objective of this study is to examine the psychological effects of the COVID-19 outbreak on healthcare workers (HCWs). Healthcare workers (HCWs) are playing a crucial role in the response to the pandemic by providing patient care and implementing measures to contain the spread of the virus. Despite the potential risks to their personal safety, HCWs continue to work tirelessly to fulfill their duties. The current pandemic has been found to have an impact on the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of healthcare workers (HCWs). This study aims to investigate the psychological effects of COVID-19 on healthcare workers (HCWs), analyze the factors that contribute to these effects, assess the potential long-term consequences, and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and policies designed to promote the mental health and well-being of HCWs during the pandemic. Specifically, the study will focus on the prevalence of stress, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms among HCWs. The study will explore how HCWs' increased exposure to the virus, long working hours, and high workload have contributed to the observed mental health outcomes. A comprehensive review of the literature will be conducted to provide a thorough understanding of the topic. The global prevalence of psychological symptoms among healthcare workers (HCWs) during the COVID-19 pandemic has been the subject of numerous studies. The present study aims to investigate the psychological effects of COVID-19 on healthcare workers (HCWs), with the objective of contributing to the public health response to the pandemic.
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