Feasibility and effectiveness of the mindfulness-based stress reduction programs on relieving burnout of healthcare providers during the COVID-19 pandemic: a pilot randomized controlled trial in China

Nov 20, 2024Human resources for health

Mindfulness stress reduction programs may help reduce burnout in healthcare workers during COVID-19 in China

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Abstract

The program improved personal accomplishment and reduced emotional exhaustion in 56 healthcare providers during the pandemic.

  • Participants in the MBSR program experienced a significant increase in personal accomplishment compared to those in the control group.
  • Emotional exhaustion decreased significantly for those in the MBSR group, indicating a potential benefit for relief.
  • No significant difference was found regarding depersonalization between the MBSR and control groups.
  • Cognitive reappraisal and positive emotions were identified as possible mediators of the program's effects on personal accomplishment.
  • The findings suggest that mindfulness training may offer preliminary benefits in addressing burnout among healthcare providers.

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Key numbers

9.54
Increase in Personal Accomplishment
Difference in personal accomplishment scores post-intervention between and control groups
5.398
Decrease in Emotional Exhaustion
F-value indicating the interaction effect on emotional exhaustion at post-intervention
5.20
Program Attendance
Average attendance during the 8-week program

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