College
Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine
Keywords
COVID-19, pandemic, mental health, healthcare workers, stress
Date of Presentation
5-1-2025 12:00 AM
Poster Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic has waged a relentless battle against humanity, but amidst the physical toll lies a hidden front: the war on the mental health of our healthcare workers (HCWs).
Previous reviews have demonstrated a potential prevalence of mental health problems among HCWs, but these reviews necessitate updating and inclusion of more studies, along with a comparative analysis of pre- and post-pandemic backgrounds. Therefore, the aim of my study is to deliver updated prevalence estimates for mental health concerns among HCWs in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The results show not only a drastic increase in the percentage of existing mental health symptoms of the HCWs, but also the emergence of new symptoms like acute stress and burnout thanks to the pandemic. Notably, healthcare workers who were tested positive for the COVID-19 virus were found to have a significantly higher prevalence of mental health concerns.
This stark reality underscores the urgent need for robust support systems and interventions to safeguard the mental well-being of our frontline heroes
Disciplines
COVID-19 | Medicine and Health Sciences | Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene | Psychiatric and Mental Health
Included in
COVID-19 Commons, Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene Commons, Psychiatric and Mental Health Commons
Mental Health Crisis of Medical Staffs During The Pandemic – How Has The COVID-19 Impacted Health Care Workers’ Mental Status
The COVID-19 pandemic has waged a relentless battle against humanity, but amidst the physical toll lies a hidden front: the war on the mental health of our healthcare workers (HCWs).
Previous reviews have demonstrated a potential prevalence of mental health problems among HCWs, but these reviews necessitate updating and inclusion of more studies, along with a comparative analysis of pre- and post-pandemic backgrounds. Therefore, the aim of my study is to deliver updated prevalence estimates for mental health concerns among HCWs in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The results show not only a drastic increase in the percentage of existing mental health symptoms of the HCWs, but also the emergence of new symptoms like acute stress and burnout thanks to the pandemic. Notably, healthcare workers who were tested positive for the COVID-19 virus were found to have a significantly higher prevalence of mental health concerns.
This stark reality underscores the urgent need for robust support systems and interventions to safeguard the mental well-being of our frontline heroes
