Psychological stressors and needs among essential workers at a Singapore hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic
| Autor: | Ezra Ho, Hong Choon Oh, Chau Sian Lim, Siew Peng Soon, Nang Ei Ei Khaing |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Rok vydání: | 2023 |
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| Zdroj: | Proceedings of Singapore Healthcare, Vol 32 (2023) |
| Druh dokumentu: | article |
| ISSN: | 2059-2329 20101058 |
| DOI: | 10.1177/20101058231192784 |
| Popis: | Background Hospital workers have borne a large burden of the COVID-19 pandemic, exposed to risks of infection, while enduring elevated workloads, increased workplace stress, prolonged hours in uncomfortable working conditions, and public stigmatisation. Objectives In this cross-sectional study, we examined the psychological stressors of COVID-19 on hospital essential services workers and their needs at a tertiary hospital in Singapore. Methods: We conducted a study of 246 outsourced essential workers comprising housekeeping, maintenance staff, and porting staff. Psychological distress was measured by the Kessler-6 scale. We also surveyed respondents through a questionnaire on the main concerns that worried them, supportive resources available, and additional resources that would most help them. Results Among the survey respondents, concerns related to employment, finances, accommodation, transportation, and likelihood of receiving medical attention for COVID-19 were significantly associated with moderate to severe psychological distress ( p |
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