Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jinxia Jiang, Peng Han, Xiangdong Huang, Yue Liu, Haiyan Shao, Li Zeng, Xia Duan
Summary: This study explores the psychological adjustment and growth process of emergency nurses infected with COVID-19 after traumatic events. Three main themes, including stress period, adjustment period, and growth period, were identified. The results indicate that first-line emergency nurses infected with COVID-19 are a group that requires extra attention, and studying their psychological growth can provide valuable insights for nursing management and education in the future.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Jinxia Jiang, Peng Han, Yue Liu, Qian Wu, Haiyan Shao, Xia Duan, Yan Shi
Summary: This study aimed to explore the promoting factors of emergency nurses' post-traumatic growth during the severe wave of SARS-CoV-2 transmission caused by the Omicron variant strain in Shanghai. The investigation uncovered two themes and six subthemes, including internal factors and external factors. It is important for individuals, organizations, and society to focus on establishing supportive strategies for promoting post-traumatic growth in order to improve the well-being of emergency nurses.
Article
Neurosciences
Huan Lan, Xueling Suo, Chao Zuo, Nanfang Pan, Xun Zhang, Graham J. Kemp, Qiyong Gong, Song Wang
Summary: This study explored the relationship between post-traumatic stress symptoms and post-traumatic growth and found no significant correlation between the two. Neuroimaging analysis revealed a positive correlation between post-traumatic stress symptoms and gray matter volume in the medial prefrontal cortex/dorsal anterior cingulate cortex, and a negative correlation between post-traumatic growth and gray matter volume in the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex. Structural covariance network analysis showed a negative correlation between post-traumatic stress symptoms and the local efficiency and clustering coefficient of the network.
Article
Nursing
Shefaly Shorey, Thiam Chye Tan, Thilagamangai, Jancy Mathews, Siew Hoon Lim, Luming Shi, Jing Shi Chua, Yiong Huak Chan, Evelyn Law, Cornelia Chee, Yap Seng Chong
Summary: This study explores the perspectives of parents and the experiences of Singaporean parents receiving perinatal support during the COVID-19 pandemic through the Supportive Parenting App (SPA). The findings suggest that although the pandemic has negatively affected parents' access to support, most parents were able to find alternative sources of support, and the SPA was found to be a reliable source of information for parents in the intervention group. Future research should focus on improving technology-based support to provide better perinatal care for parents.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Keren Cohen-Louck
Summary: This study examines the positive effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and finds associations between gender, individual quarantine, duration of the pandemic, and posttraumatic growth (PTG). The results indicate that women have higher levels of PTG compared to men, and individuals experiencing shorter-term pandemic have lower levels of PTG compared to those experiencing medium or long-term pandemic.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Rebecca J. Jarden, Suzanne Scott, Nonie Rickard, Karrie Long, Shirley Burke, Morag Morrison, Leanne Mills, Emma Barker, Karan Sharma, Bernadette Twomey
Summary: This study aimed to explore and describe registered nurses' perceptions and experiences of work well-being, focusing on what inspired them to join the healthcare organization, what created a great day at work, and what may have supported them to stay. Interviews with 39 Australian nurses who resigned in 2021 revealed that their motivation to join and factors for staying were related to organizational reputation, recruitment experiences, suitable position, and relationships with colleagues and managers. A great day at work was associated with positive relationships, adequate resources, and delivering quality care.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Juan Yang, Wen Zheng, Huilin Shi, Xuemei Yan, Kaige Dong, Qian You, Guangjie Zhong, Hui Gong, Zhiyuan Chen, Mark Jit, Cecile Viboud, Marco Ajelli, Hongjie Yu
Summary: Based on utilitarian and egalitarian principles, the study defined the target populations and priority levels for a COVID-19 vaccination program in different phases to maximize vaccination effectiveness. Essential workers were prioritized in the early stage, followed by older adults, individuals with underlying health conditions, and pregnant women, and later extended to adults and children without underlying health conditions.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Shixin Yan, Jun Yang, Man Ye, Shihao Chen, Chaoying Xie, Jin Huang, Haiyang Liu
Summary: This study investigates the current state of post-traumatic growth (PTG) in discharged COVID-19 patients and identifies influencing factors such as self-esteem, post-traumatic stress disorder, coping style tendency, and social support. The results suggest that the time from onset to diagnosis has a negative impact on PTG in discharged COVID-19 patients. Overall, these findings could guide interventions to improve the psychological well-being of discharged COVID-19 patients.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Peishan Ning, Peixia Cheng, Jie Li, Ming Zheng, David C. Schwebel, Yang Yang, Peng Lu, Li Mengdi, Zhuo Zhang, Guoqing Hu
Summary: This study examined the characteristics and propagation of rumors during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic in China. It found that rumors mainly originated from personal social media accounts and were positively associated with the severity of the epidemic. The release of correction articles was effective in reducing the proportion of rumor reports, while citizens' comments on rumors and correct information showed similar levels of negative sentiments.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Hu Jiang, Nanqu Huang, Weiyan Tian, Shangpeng Shi, Guanghui Yang, Hengping Pu
Summary: This study investigated PTSD, perceived professional benefits, and post-traumatic growth (PTG) status among Chinese nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic, comparing the differences between nurses working inside and outside Hubei Province. The results showed that nurses working outside Hubei Province reported higher levels of PTSD compared to those working inside Hubei Province. The occurrence of PTSD was associated with average monthly income, length of service, number of children, and the PTGI and NPPBS scores.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Gisoo Shin, Hye Jin Kim, Sung Hae Kim
Summary: This study examined the experiences of South Korean women who had recurrent miscarriages and found that inner growth can help them cope with the mental and physical burden.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Paula Collazo-Castineira, Rocio Rodriguez-Rey, Helena Garrido-Hernansaiz, Silvia Collado
Summary: The COVID-19 crisis has had a negative psychological impact globally, but some individuals have also experienced post-traumatic growth (PTG). This study longitudinally explored PTG prevalence in the Spanish population, and tested a predictive model for PTG using resilience, post-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSS), and participation in social activities. The results showed that about 20% of the sample had moderate-high levels of PTG, with no significant differences over time. The predictive model explained 19% of the variance in PTG, demonstrating that the relationship between resilience and PTG was mediated by PTSS. Additionally, participation in social activities predicted PTG. Women, young people, those who had lost their job, and people who had experienced COVID-19 symptoms or the loss of a loved one exhibited higher PTG.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Lin-Sen Feng, Zheng-jiao Dong, Xiao-qian Wu, Li Zhang, Ruo-yu Yan, Jun Ma, Yong Zeng
Summary: The study examined post-traumatic growth induced by the COVID-19 pandemic in certain Yunnan residents and identified factors such as educational levels, self-perceived health status, family history of infectious diseases, personality, and frequency of COVID-19 news consumption as influencers of PTG.
PSYCHOLOGY HEALTH & MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Marie-Eve Poitras, Marie-Dominique Poirier, Yves Couturier, Vanessa T. Vaillancourt, Caroline Cormier, Gilles Gauthier, Sylvie Masse, Audrey Gendron, Megan L. Oswick, Anaelle Morin, Patricia Blanchette, Andreanne Bernier
Summary: This study explored the perspective of patients with chronic diseases on teleconsultation in primary care. Patients expressed high satisfaction with teleconsultation, but there are several issues that need to be addressed. Patients wish to have their opinions heard and considered in the implementation of teleconsultation.
Article
Psychiatry
Zhang Yan, Jiang Wenbin, Lv Bohan, Wu Qian, Li Qianqian, Gu Ruting, Gao Silong, Tuo Miao, Li Huanting, Wei Lili
Summary: HCWs were classified into four PTG trajectory types: Persistent, Steady increase, High with drop, and Fluctuated rise. The older age, higher education were associated with the latter three types compared with the Persistent low type. Moreover, low resilience at baseline was negatively associated with the Persistent low type.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Wenxiu Sun, Ying Zhou, Wei-Ti Chen, Feifei Huang, Meiyan Sun, Lei Shen, Yan Gao, Qing Zhang, Siyue Ma, Chengshi Shiu, Lin Zhang, Hongzhou Lu
Summary: This study explored the experiences and perspectives of COVID patients in China regarding disclosure of their illness. Factors influencing disclosure decisions were identified, including government policy, social responsibility, support seeking, fear of stigma, and privacy concerns. Despite potential benefits, disclosure may lead to stigma, discrimination, privacy exposure, psychological distress, and social isolation, highlighting the importance of balanced interventions to protect patients and maintain confidentiality.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Feifei Huang, Wei-Ti Chen, Cheng-Shi Shiu, Wenxiu Sun, Abigail Radaza, Lance Toma, Binh Vinh Luu, Judy Ah-Yune
Summary: The study found that smuggled immigrants experienced a journey with both opportunities and risks, aspiring to achieve the American dream, but were exposed to health problems, including HIV, during this long and dangerous journey. Therefore, healthcare providers for immigrants should assess their migration routes and screen for infectious diseases.
CLINICAL NURSING RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Feifei Huang, Meilian Lin, Wenxiu Sun, Lin Zhang, Hongzhou Lu, Wei-Ti Chen
Summary: The study described the psychological resilience exhibited by nurses while caring for COVID-19 patients, as well as factors that enhanced their resilience during the pandemic such as familiarity with infectious disease protocols, a sense of professional achievement, social support, trust in the infection-control response team in the hospital, and use of self-regulation strategies.
NURSING & HEALTH SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Shuyu Han, Yaolin Pei, Rui Zhao, Yan Hu, Lin Zhang, Xiang Qi, Zheng Zhu, Wenxiu Sun, Bei Wu
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the effects of a symptom management intervention on persons living with HIV in China. Results showed significant improvements in symptom management knowledge and certainty of symptom self-management, but other outcomes did not show statistically significant differences. More research is needed to understand the effects of the intervention on symptom severity and distress, and to promote the sustainability of the mobile health app.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NURSING SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Feifei Huang, Wei-Ti Chen, Wenxiu Sun, Lin Zhang, Hongzhou Lu
Summary: This study conducted in-depth interviews with COVID-19 patients in China and identified three main theme categories: consciously adhering to COVID-19-related controlling strategies, positive experiences of the COVID-19-related controlling strategies, and negative experiences of the COVID-19-related controlling strategies. Patients experienced a range of emotions and outcomes from the prevention and control strategies, highlighting the need for culturally sensitive interventions to address psychological distress, stigma, and privacy concerns.
PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING
(2022)
