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Hoedl, M; Osmancevic, S; Thonhofer, N; Reiter, L; Schoberer, D.
Psychosocial interventions for healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic: rapid review and meta-analysis.
Wien Med Wochenschr. 2023; 1-8. Doi: 10.1007/s10354-023-01013-9 [OPEN ACCESS]
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Leading authors Med Uni Graz: Hödl Manuela
Co-authors Med Uni Graz: Osmancevic Selvedina; Reiter Lea Joanne; Schoberer Daniela; Thonhofer Nina Marie
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Abstract:: This rapid review was conducted by following a predefined protocol developed by the Cochrane Rapid Reviews Methods Group. A total of 172 potential reviews and 167 primary studies of interest were found. AMSTAR II was used to assess the quality of the included reviews and the JBI Checklist for Randomized Controlled Trials for primary studies. Overall, four studies were included in this review. The study quality ranged from 5 to 12 out of 13 possible stars. No robust evidence was found that psychosocial interventions can reduce psychological distress. No significant effect could be found regarding post-traumatic stress. Two studies on anxiety were identified, one which showed an effect and another which did not. The psychosocial intervention had no beneficial effect on burnout and depression, whereas providing a mindfulness- or relaxation-based intervention resulted in a significant improvement in sleep quality. By considering the secondary results and results of previous reviews, a combination of training and mindfulness seems to be beneficial for decreasing anxiety and stress in home care workers. In summary, the evidence-based recommendations are still limited and, therefore, more evidence is needed to make a general statement of high certainty about the effects.
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