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Glenn CR, Kalgren T, Dutta S, Kandlur R, Allison KK, Duan A, Eskin CK, Leets M, Gould MS. Evaluating the Experience of Teen-to-Teen Crisis Line Volunteers: A Pilot Study. Community Ment Health J 2024:10.1007/s10597-024-01298-z. [PMID: 38833081 DOI: 10.1007/s10597-024-01298-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2023] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 06/06/2024]
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Teen-to-teen (t2t) crisis lines are a special type of crisis service where youth volunteers help their peers. Although prior research has examined the experience of adult crisis line responders, no research has examined the experience of adolescents who do this work. In collaboration with two of the largest t2t lines in the U.S., this pilot study is the first examination of t2t crisis line work. Volunteers (ages 14-20) reported: their primary motivation for joining the crisis lines was to help others and give back to the community; responding to a range of peers' problems on the t2t crisis line, including high-risk suicide contacts; and a range of ways the crisis line work impacted their lives. Findings provide preliminary information about the experience of adolescents engaging in t2t crisis line work. Additional research is needed in larger and more diverse samples to understand the impact of crisis line work for youth.
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- Catherine R Glenn
- Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA, USA.
- Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology, Norfolk, VA, USA.
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- Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA, USA
- Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology, Norfolk, VA, USA
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- University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA
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Lind M, Koch MK, Bluck S. Nursing students' empathic communication: Role in recognizing and treating chronic pain patients. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2024; 123:108236. [PMID: 38452687 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2024.108236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2023] [Revised: 02/22/2024] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 03/09/2024]
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OBJECTIVE A substantial body of research supports what many nurses know from experience: empathy is at the heart of providing quality care. The major objective of this study was to identify unique mechanisms through which higher empathy translates into greater intentions to treat patients in pain employing novel methodology. METHODS Using an ecologically-valid scenario methodology, student nurses (N = 156) reviewed the narrative of a patient in chronic pain. They completed standard, valid measures of empathy toward the patient, perception of the patient's pain, and intention to provide pain-relieving treatment. Nursing student's personality traits were assessed and perception of patients' age and sex were experimentally manipulated. RESULTS Empathy was associated with higher intention to treat the patient in chronic pain irrespective of patients' age or sex. A moderated-mediation analysis confirmed that nursing students with higher empathy perceived the patient in the scenario as being in greater pain. This was correspondingly associated with higher intention to provide treatment. Nursing students' trait Extraversion was a moderator. CONCLUSION Empathy not only improves rapport between patients and providers but is related to intentions to provide pain-relieving treatment. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS The clinical and educational importance of empathy in patient-provider relationships are discussed.
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- Majse Lind
- Department of Communication and Psychology, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark.
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- Department of Psychology, University of Florida, Gainesville, USA
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- Department of Psychology, University of Florida, Gainesville, USA
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Cooney A, McCashin D. Experiences and wellbeing of Samaritans crisis line volunteers in Ireland during the COVID-19 pandemic: A qualitative study. Int J Soc Psychiatry 2023; 69:322-333. [PMID: 35437048 PMCID: PMC9983053 DOI: 10.1177/00207640221089538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND The literature demonstrates that working in a crisis line volunteer role, despite being rewarding, poses a risk of adverse effects on health and additional pressure exists with the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite this, there is limited research on the experiences of such volunteers. AIMS This study aimed to explore the experiences of Samaritans volunteers in Ireland during the COVID-19 pandemic, thereby contributing to the overall knowledge of crisis line volunteering, and gaining an understanding of how this role is impacted by the pandemic. METHOD A qualitative approach was taken, and semi-structured interviews were conducted with volunteers from Samaritans branches in Ireland (n = 13). Data were then analysed using thematic analysis. RESULTS Four overarching themes were identified: (1) responding to calls in the context of COVID-19, with sub-themes being change in the nature of calls, reliance on existing approach in handling calls and varying emotional responses to calls, (2) sense of loss, with sub-themes being loss of older and vulnerable volunteers, reduced social connectedness and restricted aspects of the service, (3) positive experiences, with sub-themes being supportive culture, new personal skills and perspectives and volunteering as an escape from lockdown and (4) adaptation challenges, with sub-themes being logistical changes and concern for sustainability of the service. CONCLUSIONS Findings highlight important insights into the experiences of Samaritans volunteers in Ireland, revealing that the pandemic brought about challenges, but also gave rise to some positive experiences. Implications of these findings are discussed in the context of the existing literature and recommendations made.
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- Aoife Cooney
- School of Psychology, Dublin City University, Ireland
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Rakhshan M, Hakimi H, Mousazadeh N, Dorri S. Challenges of Mental Health in Medical Staffs during COVID -19 Outbreak: A Systematic Review. MEDICINA CLÍNICA PRÁCTICA 2022. [PMCID: PMC9794487 DOI: 10.1016/j.mcpsp.2022.100361] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Grinberg K, Revach C, Lipsman G. Violence in hospitals and burnout among nursing staff. Int Emerg Nurs 2022; 65:101230. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ienj.2022.101230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2022] [Revised: 09/17/2022] [Accepted: 10/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Bates U, Brennan J, Keegan O. Implementation and evaluation of a National Bereavement Support line in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Ireland. J Public Health (Oxf) 2022:6780263. [PMID: 36310507 PMCID: PMC9620359 DOI: 10.1093/pubmed/fdac119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2022] [Revised: 09/05/2022] [Accepted: 09/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Background This study describes the design, implementation and evaluation of a national bereavement helpline developed as proactive tiered response to immediate be reavement care during the COVID pandemic, operated in partnership between a national charity and the National Health Service. The service was based on Psychological First Aid principles adapted to integrate bereavement education. Its aim was to provide asupportive compassionate listening service, education advice resources and sign posting to community services. Methods Two independent psychologist were commissioned to undertake a retrospective service evaluation of six months of the operation of the line, using a volunteer survey, interviews and line usage data. Results and Conclusions Results show that the line is meeting a need, PFA + Bereavement is providing a useful framework for service delivery, and there is good adherence to the model. Volunteers are experiencing working on the line as challenging but rewarding. Supervision and debriefing are essential for volunteer well being and confidence. Approximately 10% of callers were referred onto other services. Management report that they good oversight of governance issues and are planning for the future development, and funding of the line for the next two years.
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- Doctoral Programme, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- Address correspondence to Orla Keegan, E-mail:
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Song W, Wang Z, Zhang R. Classroom Digital Teaching and College Students' Academic Burnout in the Post COVID-19 Era: A Cross-Sectional Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:13403. [PMID: 36293983 PMCID: PMC9603840 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192013403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2022] [Revised: 10/13/2022] [Accepted: 10/14/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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The continued development of digital technology and its overuse in teaching and learning in the post-epidemic era have brought about digital health risks, which are associated with academic burnout among college students. This study focused on the relationship between classroom digital teaching and students' academic burnout and designed the Classroom Burnout Inventory (CBI) and the Classroom Burnout Causes Inventory (CBCI) to conduct a cross-sectional survey of 206 Chinese university students. Correlations and regression analyses were conducted between key factors and burnout values through a path model of "Digital teaching-Teaching & learning process-Causes subjects-Burnout". The results of the study show that an inappropriate and excessive use of unintegrated digital teaching and learning technologies in the classroom was positively correlated with academic burnout among college students. Burnout levels and the three manifestations were not correlated with students' gender, grade, and major. In terms of causes, the academic burnout of college students was more correlated with their own personal reasons than with external factors such as teachers, universities, and environments. Integrating digital technology platforms, enhancing teacher leadership in the digital classroom, and strengthening peer support and students' psychological resilience are all meaningful explorations of academic burnout prevention strategies.
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- Wenlong Song
- School of International Relations, Beijing International Studies University, Beijing 100024, China
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- International Education College, Henan University, Kaifeng 475001, China
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- School of Sociology and Population Studies, Renmin University of China, Beijing 100086, China
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Zhu K, Xie X, Liu Q, Meng H, Song R. Internet addiction: Prevalence and relationship with academic burnout among undergraduates during widespread online learning. Perspect Psychiatr Care 2022; 58:2303-2309. [PMID: 35218010 DOI: 10.1111/ppc.13060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2021] [Revised: 02/07/2022] [Accepted: 02/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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PURPOSE We aimed to investigate the prevalence of Internet addiction (IA) and explore its related factors among undergraduates during widespread online learning in China. DESIGN AND METHODS The online survey was conducted in April 2020. The Young diagnostic questionnaire and academic burnout scale were respectively used to measure IA and academic burnout. FINDINGS A total of 28.4% of 7562 participants developed IA, which correlated with academic burnout. Additionally, positive attitude and practice towards COVID-19 and exercise were protective factors of it. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS IA was associated with academic burnout, and better cognition of COVID-19 and positive lifestyles might reduce its risk.
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- Kaiheng Zhu
- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Ministry of Education (MOE), Key Lab of Environment and Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Ministry of Education (MOE), Key Lab of Environment and Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Ministry of Education (MOE), Key Lab of Environment and Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Ministry of Education (MOE), Key Lab of Environment and Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Ministry of Education (MOE), Key Lab of Environment and Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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Health professionals, including nurses, are vulnerable to burnout, which occurs when chronic stress is not managed. COVID-19 led to nurses working in stressful environments, and being required to work mandatory overtime. The result was an increase in burnout. Nurses exhibited physical, psychological, emotional, and behavioral signs of burnout. There are several ways that nurses can mitigate the situation and have more control over burnout. Nurses need to work together to support each other, including supporting the leader. There are several actions, such as mindfulness activities and maintaining a healthy lifestyle that can help prevent burnout.
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- Robin Squellati
- Core Faculty, Walden University, Minneapolis, MN, USA,Corresponding author
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- American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 655 K Street NW Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, USA
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Wang Y, Chen H. Are human resource managers with good listening competency more likely to avoid job burnout? BMC Public Health 2022; 22:246. [PMID: 35130872 PMCID: PMC8819926 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-022-12618-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2021] [Accepted: 01/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Listening is an important responsibilities of human resource managers, whether it will bring role stress to human resource managers, or lead to the risk of job burnout. This study aims to analyze the impact of listening competency on job burnout among human resource managers, and examine the mediating effect of role stress. METHODS This study adopted a cross-sectional method to randomly select 500 human resource managers from China's top ten human resource management cities to conduct an online questionnaire survey, and 232 valid samples were obtained. Descriptive statistical and one-way ANOVA were used to explore the status of job burnout among human resource managers in China. Correlation analysis, multiple linear regression and mediating effect analysis were employed to test the relationship between listening competency and job burnout, as well as the mediating effect of role stress. RESULTS (1) 34.5% of the respondents reported mild burnout, while 3.0% respondents showed serious burnout. Emotional exhaustion was the most serious. (2) Those are good at listening could easily avoid job burnout. Among them, listening skills were conducive to reducing the degree of depersonalization of human resource managers, and empathy was more conducive to improving their personal sense of accomplishment. (3) The role stress had a significant mediating role in the relationship between listening competency and job burnout. Which means that listening competency can avoid job burnout by reducing role stress of human resource managers. CONCLUSIONS This study revealed the current situation of job burnout among human resource managers in China, and explored the influence of listening competency on job burnout. This study enriched the research content of job burnout, and provided references for preventing and intervening job burnout of human resource managers.
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- Yanqing Wang
- School of Economics and Management, China University of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou, Jiangsu Province, China
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- School of Business, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China. .,Institute for National Security and Green Development, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China.
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Willems RCWJ, Drossaert CHC, Vuijk P, Bohlmeijer ET. Mental wellbeing in crisis line volunteers: understanding emotional impact of the work, challenges and resources. A qualitative study. Int J Qual Stud Health Well-being 2021; 16:1986920. [PMID: 34694979 PMCID: PMC8547866 DOI: 10.1080/17482631.2021.1986920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background : Crisis line volunteers are a valuable addition to formal care. Although there is growing evidence of decreased mental wellbeing of crisis line volunteers, a comprehensive overview of perceived emotional impact from the perspective of volunteers is lacking. Purpose: This study explores the emotional impact, the challenges that crisis line volunteers encounter, and the resources that they use to cope with these challenges. Method : A grounded theory approach was used to explore the subjective experiences of the participants. Four focus groups with twentytwo active volunteers and eight interviews with former volunteers were conducted. Results : Results provide an overview of emotions that volunteers experience in their work. (e.g., gratification, compassion, frustration, and powerlessness). Challenges are related to the characteristics of callers (e.g., inappropriate behaviour) and topics of the calls (e.g., suicidality). Resources to cope adequately with negative emotions are, among others, a self-compassionate attitude and good training. Conclusion : This study highlights the importance of training of volunteers in dealing with specific callers, and gives input for the development of interventions aimed at increasing personal resources, such as awareness of positive emotions and self-compassion. These resources can help to increase the mental wellbeing of crisis line volunteers and reduce turn-over rates.
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- Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, Research Centre Innovations in Care, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- University of Twente, Department of Psychology, Health and Technology, Enschede, the Netherlands
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Murakami O, Kanda K, Ngatu NR, Hirao T. Relationship between Willingness and Psychological Characteristics of Suicide Prevention Telephone Counselors: A Retrospective Observational Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:9800. [PMID: 34574721 PMCID: PMC8466911 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18189800] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2021] [Revised: 09/13/2021] [Accepted: 09/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Suicide is a major public health issue worldwide, and telephone counseling is an important preventive measure. As the number of telephone counselors is insufficient in Japan, public needs cannot be fully met. Willingness is important for securing telephone counselors, but few studies have examined the willingness to engage in telephone counseling activities. Therefore, we investigated the relationship between telephone counselors' willingness to perform their activities and their psychological characteristics, health status, and received social support. In this study, a questionnaire survey was conducted by mail among telephone counselors belonging to the Federation of Inochi No Denwa in Japan. The total number of valid responses was 709 (recovery rate: 50.4%). Following an exploratory factor analysis, three factors were extracted: (1) willingness to engage in telephone counseling activities, (2) sense of being burdened by telephone counseling activities, and (3) sense of difficulty in coping. Structural equation modeling, using all the factors, showed that social support and grit were directly related to the willingness to engage in telephone counseling activities, while physical health, mental health, and general self-efficacy were indirectly related to it. The findings obtained may be useful in devising concrete measures for telephone counselors to continue their activities.
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- Osamu Murakami
- Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, Kagawa University, 1750-1 Ikenobe Miki-cho Kita-gun, Kagawa 761-0793, Japan; (K.K.); (N.R.N.); (T.H.)
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Willems RCWJ, Drossaert CHC, Miedema HS, Bohlmeijer ET. How Demanding Is Volunteer Work at a Crisis Line? An Assessment of Work- and Organization-Related Demands and the Relation With Distress and Intention to Leave. Front Public Health 2021; 9:699116. [PMID: 34336775 PMCID: PMC8321246 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2021.699116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2021] [Accepted: 06/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background: Crisis line services, run by volunteers, offer a listening ear 24/7 to people who cannot or do not want to use professional help. Although previous studies have identified various potential stressors crisis line volunteers face, as yet a comprehensive assessment is lacking with regards to the frequency and perceived stressfulness of work- and organization-related demands, and their relationship with distress and a volunteer's intention to leave. Objective: To identify the frequency and impact of particular stressful situations (demands). In addition, to examine the extent to which these demands are associated with volunteers' demographics, distress and intention to leave the crisis line service. Method: In a cross-sectional study among 543 volunteers of a Dutch crisis line service the participants filled out a questionnaire about their experience of a large number of work- and organization-related demands and their perceived stressfulness. To calculate the impact of demands, the occurrence and stressfulness were multiplied. In addition, work-related distress, intention to leave the crisis line service as well as a number of demographics and work-related characteristics were assessed. Results: Work-related demands with the highest impact on volunteers were calls from people with psychiatric problems and suicidal intentions. "Having no time for a break" was the organization-related demand with the highest impact on volunteers. Eighteen percentage of the volunteers scored moderate or high on distress and 4% had the intention to leave the crisis line service within 1 year. Most work- and organization-related demands were positively associated with volunteers' distress and intention to leave the organization. Being older, being male and spending more hours per week volunteering were significantly, positively correlated with work-related demands. The total explained variance for distress was 16% and for intention to leave 13%. Conclusion: Although most crisis line volunteers experienced low impact from work- and organization-related demands, these demands were significantly related to experienced distress and the intention to leave crisis line service. For volunteers with moderate to high distress it can be useful to implement interventions aimed at increasing personal resources to help them deal with the challenges of the work at the crisis line.
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- Renate C W J Willems
- Research Center Innovations in Care, Rotterdam University of Applied Science, Rotterdam, Netherlands.,Department of Psychology, Health and Technology, University of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands
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- Department of Psychology, Health and Technology, University of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands
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- Research Center Innovations in Care, Rotterdam University of Applied Science, Rotterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Psychology, Health and Technology, University of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands
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Willems R, Drossaert C, Vuijk P, Bohlmeijer E. Impact of Crisis Line Volunteering on Mental Wellbeing and the Associated Factors: A Systematic Review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2020; 17:E1641. [PMID: 32138360 PMCID: PMC7084397 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17051641] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2020] [Revised: 02/24/2020] [Accepted: 02/25/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Crisis line services, operated by volunteers, have been proven to be effective in decreasing psychological pain and preventing suicidality. Although working at the crisis line may be rewarding, for some the confrontation with highly complex topics (i.e., suicidality, abuse, and loneliness) in combination with inappropriate calls (i.e., sexually abusive calls), may lead to distress or vicarious trauma. The aim of this paper is to systematically review the studies that have examined mental wellbeing of crisis line volunteers and the factors associated with it. Thirteen published empirical studies on the topic were found. These showed that crisis line volunteers are at increased risk of declined mental wellbeing. However, a wide range of operationalizations were used and most studies did not use validated instruments. On the other hand, studies showed that many volunteers experience satisfaction and gratification from their work. This review gives insight into some of the work-related, organization-related, and volunteer-related factors that may be associated with the decrease of mental wellbeing. More high quality, comprehensive, and quantitative research using validated instruments is urgently needed to assess the impact of the work on mental wellbeing and the relative impact of influencing factors.
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- Renate Willems
- Research Center Innovations in Care; Rotterdam University of Applied Science, 3015EK Rotterdam, The Netherlands;
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- Department of Psychology, Health and Technology, University of Twente, 7522 NB Enschede, The Netherlands; (C.D.); (E.B.)
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- Research Center Innovations in Care; Rotterdam University of Applied Science, 3015EK Rotterdam, The Netherlands;
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- Department of Psychology, Health and Technology, University of Twente, 7522 NB Enschede, The Netherlands; (C.D.); (E.B.)
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Vattøe IE, DeMarinis V, Haug SHK, Lien L, Danbolt LJ. Emotional stressors among volunteers operating a diaconal suicide-prevention crisis line in Norway: a qualitative study. BRITISH JOURNAL OF GUIDANCE & COUNSELLING 2019. [DOI: 10.1080/03069885.2019.1646409] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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- Ingvild E. Vattøe
- Centre for Psychology of Religion, Innlandet Hospital Trust, Hamar, Norway
- Department of Education, Religion and Society, MF Norwegian School of Theology, Oslo, Norway
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- Centre for Psychology of Religion, Innlandet Hospital Trust, Hamar, Norway
- Department of Public Health and Clinical Medicine, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden
- Department of Theology, Psychology of Religion and Cultural Psychology, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Centre for Psychology of Religion, Innlandet Hospital Trust, Hamar, Norway
- Department of Public Health, Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences, Elverum, Norway
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- Norwegian National Advisory Unit on Concurrent Substance Abuse and Mental Health Disorders, Innlandet Hospital Trust, Hamar, Norway
- Department of Public Health, Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences, Elverum, Norway
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- Centre for Psychology of Religion, Innlandet Hospital Trust, Hamar, Norway
- Department of Education, Religion and Society, MF Norwegian School of Theology, Oslo, Norway
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Smith L, Callaghan JEM, Fellin LC. A qualitative study exploring the experience and motivations of UK Samaritan volunteers: “Why do we do it?”. BRITISH JOURNAL OF GUIDANCE & COUNSELLING 2018. [DOI: 10.1080/03069885.2018.1546378] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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- Lucy Smith
- Division of Psychology, University of Northampton, Northampton, UK
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- School of Psychology, University of East London, London, UK
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Mefoh PC, Ude EN, Chukwuorji JC. Age and burnout syndrome in nursing professionals: moderating role of emotion-focused coping. PSYCHOL HEALTH MED 2018; 24:101-107. [DOI: 10.1080/13548506.2018.1502457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Federal Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki, Ebonyi state, Nigeria
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