scholarly journals Positive orientation, job satisfaction and psychological well-being of mental health practitioners in Malaysia

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Miriam Sang-Ah Park ◽  
Nobuhiko Goto ◽  
Alice Kennedy ◽  
Sanjana Raj ◽  
Alexander Dutson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mental Health Practitioners ◽  
Positive Orientation ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Health Practitioners

scholarly journals The mental health and depression of rural-to-urban migrant workers compared to non-migrant workers in Shanghai: a cross-sectional study

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S55-S63
Author(s):  
Zan Li ◽  
Junming Dai ◽  
Ning Wu ◽  
Junling Gao ◽  
Hua Fu
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Migrant Workers ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Urban Migrant

Abstract Background Migrant workers worldwide commonly are susceptible to mental disorders. Since the 1980s, there has been a large-scale increase in the number of migrant workers in China; this development parallels the acceleration of socio-economic transformation. Studies addressing this population rarely focus on workers’ mental health or psychological well-being, yet it is imperative to understand the mental health status of rural-to-urban migrant workers and study the relationship between migration and mental health. Methods A cross-sectional survey of 3286 participants (response rate 85.4%) was conducted among different work units in Shanghai. All of the variables of this survey were assessed by a self-administered questionnaire, with depression measured by the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) scale and poor mental health (PMH) measured by the World Health Organization 5-Item Well-Being Index (WHO-5) scale. Pearson’s χ2 test and logistic regression were used to compare migrants with urbanites, and to identify factors related to mental health outcomes. Results Migrant workers (15.3%) had a slightly higher prevalence of depression than non-migrant (12.0%) workers, with notable PMH (26.9%) among participants >45 y of age. In the logistic regression models, those who reported low job satisfaction, unhealthy organizations, poor physical health (self-rated) and long working hours were 2.86 (95% CI 2.14 to 3.84), 1.42 (95% CI 1.06 to 1.91), 1.89 (95% CI 1.41 to 2.55) and 1.48 (95% CI 1.08 to 2.03) times more likely to have depression, respectively. Similarly, workers >45 y of age were 2.92 (95% CI 1.65 to 5.16) and 1.80 (95% CI 1.01 to 3.21) times more likely to have PMH for low job satisfaction and unhealthy organizations, respectively. Conclusions There are numerous potential causes affecting the mental health of Chinese internal migrant workers. Strengthening the construction of healthy organizations and enhancing workers’ job satisfaction may improve the mental health status or psychological well-being of this group.

Value congruence, importance and success and in the workplace: Links with well-being and burnout amongst mental health practitioners

2014 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. 258-264 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie Veage ◽  
Joseph Ciarrochi ◽  
Frank P. Deane ◽  
Retta Andresen ◽  
Lindsay G. Oades ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Value Congruence ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mental Health Practitioners ◽  
Health Practitioners

scholarly journals Relationship is Everything: Holistic Approaches to Aboriginal Child and Youth Mental Health

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 8-26 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeannine Carriere ◽  
Cathy Richardson
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
First Nations ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Mental Health Practitioners ◽  
Aboriginal Child ◽  
Holistic Approaches ◽  
Health Practitioners ◽  
Indigenous Children ◽  
Indigenous Perspectives

This article addresses topics related to Indigenous holistic well-being including, 1) Indigenous perspectives on Aboriginal child and youth holistic mental health; 2) Factors undermining Indigenous well-being; 3) Process and curriculum for training to support mental health practitioners working with Indigenous children, youth and communities; 4) concrete applications and participant feedback. To begin, it is important to explore the following question: What is holistic mental health for First Nations, Métis and Inuit children and youth? In outlining this training curriculum we hope to contribute to a broader conversation about supporting and enhancing the well-being of Indigenous children and youth in Canada.

scholarly journals Effectiveness of a multimodal training programme to improve general practitioners’ burnout, job satisfaction and psychological well-being

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Barcons ◽  
B. García ◽  
C. Sarri ◽  
E. Rodríguez ◽  
O. Cunillera ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Primary Care ◽  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
General Practitioners ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Training Programme ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Mental Health Patients ◽  
Multimodal Training

Abstract Background The changes in the models of care for mental disorders towards a community focus and deinstitutionalisation might have risen General practitioners’ (GPs) workload, increasing their mental health concerns and the need for solutions. Pragmatic research into improving GPs’ work-related health and psychological well-being is limited by focusing mainly on stressors and through not providing systematic attention to the development of positive mental health via interventions that develop psychological resources and capacities. The aim of this study was twofold: a) to determine the effectiveness of an intensive multimodal training programme for GPs designed to improve their management of mental-health patients; and b) to ascertain if the program could be also useful to improve the GPs management of their own burnout, job satisfaction and psychological well-being. Method Eighteen GPs constituted a control group that underwent the routine clinical Mental health support programme for primary care. An experimental group (N = 20) additionally received a Multimodal training programme (MTP) with an Integrated Brief Systemic Therapy (IBST) approach. Through questionnaires and a clinical interview, level of burnout, professional satisfaction, psychopathological state and various indicators of the quality of administrative and healthcare management were analysed at baseline and 10 months after the programme. Results In relation to government of mental-health patients indicators, on the one hand MTP group showed statistically significant improvements in certain administrative health parameters, but on the other it did not improve opinions and attitudes towards mental illness. Regarding GPs management of their own burnout, job satisfaction and psychological well-being assessments, the MTP presented better scores on global psychopathological state and better evolution of satisfaction at work; psychopharmacology use dropped in both groups; in contrast, the MTP did not improve burnout levels. Conclusions Findings of this preliminary study are promising for the MTP (with an IBST approach) practice in primary care. More research evidence is required from larger samples and randomized controlled trials to support both the hypothetical adoption of MTP (with an IBST approach) as a part of a continuing professional-training programme for GPs’ management of mental-health patients and its positive effects on work-related health factors.

How can organisations help employees thrive? The development of guidelines for promoting positive mental health at work

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 411-427 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lauren J. Davenport ◽  
Amanda F. Allisey ◽  
Kathryn M. Page ◽  
Anthony D. LaMontagne ◽  
Nicola J. Reavley
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Positive Mental Health ◽  
Expert Consensus ◽  
Mental Health Practitioners ◽  
Consensus Method ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Workplace Mental Health ◽  
Health Practitioners ◽  
Health And Well Being

Purpose Benefits of positive mental health have been demonstrated across work and non-work domains. Individuals reporting positive mental health experience better work performance, better social relationships and better physical health. Additionally, positive work environments can contribute to employee mental health. The purpose of this paper is to develop “expert” consensus regarding practical, actionable strategies that organisations can implement to promote positive mental health in the workplace. Design/methodology/approach A Delphi consensus method was used to establish expert consensus on strategies to promote positive workplace mental health. A 278-item questionnaire was developed and strategies were rated over three survey rounds by two panels comprising 36 workplace mental health practitioners and 36 employer representatives and employees (27 and 9, respectively), employees with experience of promoting positive mental health and well-being in the workplace (total – 72 panellists). Findings In total, 220/278 strategies were rated as essential or important by at least 80 per cent of both panels. Endorsed strategies covered the topics of: mental health and well-being strategy, work environment that promotes positive mental health, positive leadership styles, effective communication, designing jobs for positive mental health, recruitment and selection, supporting and developing employees, work-life balance, and positive mental health and well-being initiatives. Originality/value The guidelines arising from this study represent expert consensus on what is currently appropriate for promoting positive mental health at work from the perspectives of workplace mental health practitioners, employers and employees, and constitute a resource for translating the growing body of knowledge in this area into policy and practice.

Gender Differences in Perceived Role Expectations, Mental Health, and Job Satisfaction of Civil Police Constables: A Quali-Quantitative Survey

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 143-164
Author(s):  
Mahesh Kumar Maurya
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Gender Differences ◽  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Role Expectations ◽  
Mediating Effects ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Role Expectation

The purpose of the study was to examine the gender differences in perceptions of role expectations, mental health dimensions, and job satisfaction of police constables. The study further examined the potential mediating effects of psychological well-being and psychological distress on the nature of the relationship between dimensions of police role expectations and job satisfaction. Police constables (total number = 203: males = 144, females = 59) were surveyed in four districts (Varanasi, Mirzapur, Allahabad, and Lucknow) in the state of Uttar Pradesh of India. Participants’ responses were obtained on questionnaires, which measured demographic characteristics, police role expectations ( Maurya, 2017 ), psychological well-being and psychological distress ( Heubeck & Neill, 2000 ), and job satisfaction ( Dantzker’s, 1993 ). Data were statistically analyzed for examining the patterns of relationships between the variables. Additionally, the constables were also interviewed for eliciting their views on the prevailing job conditions. Findings revealed significant gender differences in the demographic variables, namely, experience and salary, aggressiveness and facilitative dimensions of role expectations, and the levels of psychological well-being among the male and female civil police constables. The authoritative role expectations were positively correlated with psychological distress of male participants only. While all aggressiveness, facilitative, and authoritative dimensions of police role expectations had significantly positive correlations with job satisfaction of male participants, only the facilitative dimension of role expectation was significantly positively correlated with job satisfaction of female participants. Psychological well-being of both male and female participants was positively correlated with job satisfaction. However, psychological distress was negatively correlated with job satisfaction of male participants only. Findings also highlight the mediating effects of psychological well-being on the prediction of job satisfaction by the facilitative dimension of role expectation among female police constables, while psychological distress exercised suppresser effects on the prediction of job satisfaction by the factor ‘aggressiveness’ among male police constables.

Using Narrative Practices in Diverse Indian Contexts

2021 ◽  
Vol 40 (2) ◽  
pp. 59-79
Author(s):  
Jehanzeb Baldiwala ◽  
Trishala Kanakia ◽  
Shoba Nayar
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Professional Growth ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mental Health Practitioners ◽  
Mental Health Therapists ◽  
Health Practitioners ◽  
Therapy Room ◽  
Narrative Practice

The use of narrative practice within mental health contexts in India is relatively new. This qualitative thematic study reports on how narrative practices are being used by mental health practitioners within and outside of the therapy setting in Mumbai, India. Eleven mental health therapists were interviewed regarding their use of narrative ideas in practice. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis and revealed three themes: (1) “Doing It Together” reflected the need to work in partnership, (2) “Quest for Possibility” revealed ways in which therapists were positioned and used narrative ideas to advocate for change within and beyond the therapy room, and (3) “An Evolving Journey” highlighted the personal and professional growth of therapists. Findings reveal that narrative practices have positively impacted the lives of therapists, clients, and the wider community, making it a valuable modality for promoting well-being and mental health in India.

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