Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Psychological Wellbeing of Healthcare

Max Healthcare Insititute Limited1 site in 1 country1,300 target enrollmentMay 18, 2020

Overview

Brief Summary

To Study the epidemiology of psychological distress among healthcare professionals of Max Super Speciality Hospital,Saket ,New Delhi in India during the COVID-19 Pandemic and assess the implications for providing psychological interventions(or therapeutic services)

Detailed Description

To Study the epidemiology of psychological distress among healthcare professionals of Max Super Speciality Hospital,Saket ,New Delhi in India during the COVID-19 Pandemic and assess the implications for providing psychological interventions(or therapeutic services). Hypothesis: There is likelihood of psychological distress impacting healthcare professionals' mental well-being as a result of their role in the healthcare setup during the COVID-19 pandemic. Study design-The questionnaire assessing the psychological wellbeing shall be administered via digital means of communication to healthcare professionals and support staff (doctors, nurses, paramedics, front office and support staff) across Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi that currently employs 1295 individuals in the current category. Participation in the study will be voluntary and informed consent will be sought prior to the survey administration. Participants' responses will remain anonymous, with an assurance of confidentiality.

Registry

clinicaltrials.gov

Start Date

May 18, 2020

End Date

September 30, 2020

Last Updated

5 years ago

Study Type

Observational

Sex

All

Investigators

Sponsor

Max Healthcare Insititute Limited

Responsible Party

Sponsor

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

Not provided

Exclusion Criteria

Not provided

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Therapeutic Sessions emphasizing on Stress

Time Frame: 3 Months

The therapeutic sessions will emphasize on aspects of anxiety, depression, grief, post traumatic impact, loss, fear and so on, using standardized therapeutic techniques of psychotherapy. If the individual is in need of further management or somatic symptom related treatment, they will be guided for pharmacotherapy.