Pilot study of an online brief mindfulness-based intervention to improve the well-being of managers and reduce their stress at work.
Int J Occup Saf Ergon
; 30(3): 858-866, 2024 Sep.
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| ID: mdl-38946201
ABSTRACT
Objectives. The COVID-19 pandemic, remote work and new technologies have heightened workplace pressures. Effective response and essential organizational changes require business leaders to be more adaptable, with managers' presence playing a pivotal role in successful implementation. The study assesses a brief mindfulness-based emotional regulation for managers (MBERM) intervention, to reduce workplace stress and enhance managerial well-being. Methods. An 8-week non-randomized controlled trial was conducted with a waiting list control group and an intervention group. Pre-post differences were measured by Student's t test or Wilcoxon test, and effect size calculated using the Hedge's g formula. The sample included 23 managers (17 men and six women) with average age 50 years. The study assessed anxiety and depressive symptoms, psychological flexibility, perceived self-efficacy, general work-related well-being, perceived stress and mindfulness. Results. Statistically significant changes were observed in the intervention group in depression, anxiety, work-related acceptance and action, general self-efficacy, exhaustion, alienation, stress and non-reactivity. The control group showed no statistically significant changes in any of the variables. Conclusion. The MBERM intervention could improve the emotional and work-related well-being of managers and reduce stress levels and burnout. Further study of this intervention is needed to promote adherence and ensure a long-term improvement.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Atenção Plena
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Estresse Ocupacional
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COVID-19
Limite:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Int J Occup Saf Ergon
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Int. j. occup. saf. ergon. (Online)
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International journal of occupational safety and ergonomics (Online)
Assunto da revista:
MEDICINA OCUPACIONAL
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PSICOLOGIA
Ano de publicação:
2024
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Espanha