Investigation of health workers' quality of life and its psychological determinants
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.63278/jicrcr.vi.1895Abstract
Background:
The quality of life (QoL) of healthcare workers is a critical factor influencing both personal well-being and professional performance. Healthcare environments often involve high occupational stress, leading to burnout, reduced job satisfaction, and potential risks to patient safety. This study aimed to assess the QoL among healthcare workers in a tertiary care facility and examine the psychosocial factors influencing it.
Methods:
An observational study was conducted with 300 healthcare workers, including 150 doctors and 150 nurses, at a tertiary care hospital. Participants, employed for at least six months, completed an anonymous, self-administered survey consisting of three sections: the Quality of Life Questionnaire (QLQ), the Occupational Stress Inventory-Revised (OSI-R), and demographic and social background information. The QLQ assessed five domains of QoL, while the OSI-R measured occupational stress and coping resources. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 19.0, employing descriptive and inferential statistics.
Results:
Participants reported an overall QoL mean T-score of 47.84 (average range) and an occupational stress T-score of 63.87 (mild maladaptive stress). Coping resources had a mean T-score of 51.28 (average range). Significant correlations were observed between QoL domains and psychosocial factors such as role ambiguity, role boundary, psychological strain, and interpersonal strain. Additionally, demographic and occupational factors, including family structure and area of work, were significantly associated with specific QoL domains.
Conclusion:
Healthcare workers in this study reported average QoL and coping resources but moderately elevated stress levels. The findings underscore the importance of targeted interventions to address occupational stress and enhance coping strategies. Improving QoL for healthcare workers can lead to better job satisfaction, personal well-being, and patient care outcomes.
