Epidemiological investigation of depressive disorders in healthcare workers throughout 12 years in the governorate of Sousse, Tunisia

IF 2.3 Q2 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Marwa Bouhoula , Amen Moussa , Asma Chouchane , Amal Ghenim , Rania Elghezal , Asma Gaddour , Narjes Belhadj , Sonia Kammoun , Asma Aloui , Imène Kacem , Maher Maoua , Houda Kalboussi , Olfa Elmaalel , Souheil Chatti , Aicha Brahem
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Abstract

Background

Depressive disorders are a major global health challenge and are projected to become a leading cause of disability by 2030.

Aims

Examine the epidemiological characteristics of depressive disorders among healthcare workers and identify key associated risk factors.

Methods

A retrospective descriptive study was conducted at the Regional Health Directorate of Sousse, focusing on healthcare workers on long-term sick leave (LTSL) due to depressive disorders from 2010 to 2021. Data were collected from medical and administrative records and a questionnaire covering socio-professional and medical information. Diagnoses were based on DSM-5 criteria. Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS version 26.

Results

Among 650 healthcare workers studied, 12.8 % were diagnosed with depressive disorders. Of these, 13 % reported work-related conflicts, 3.5 % had exposure to severe infectious diseases before COVID-19, and 17 % had direct contact with COVID-19 patients. Additionally, 71.4 % of participants with depressive disorders presented with anxiety, and 50 % had moderate depression. Significant associations (p < 0.05) were found between disorder severity and occupational exposures, medical history, and the impact of COVID-19.

Conclusion

Depressive disorders among healthcare workers are a pressing public health issue, with occupational factors like work-related conflicts and exposure to infectious diseases identified as key risk factors. Addressing these issues through psychological support programs and workplace interventions is essential to safeguard the mental well-being of healthcare workers and ensure the sustainability of healthcare services.
突尼斯苏塞省12年来卫生保健工作者抑郁症流行病学调查
抑郁症是一项重大的全球健康挑战,预计到2030年将成为导致残疾的主要原因。目的探讨卫生保健工作者抑郁症的流行病学特征,并确定关键的相关危险因素。方法在苏塞地区卫生局进行回顾性描述性研究,重点研究2010 - 2021年因抑郁症请长期病假的卫生保健工作者。数据收集自医疗和行政记录以及涵盖社会专业和医疗信息的调查问卷。诊断依据DSM-5标准。采用SPSS 26进行统计分析。结果650名医护人员中,12.8%的人被诊断为抑郁症。其中,13%的人报告了与工作有关的冲突,3.5%的人在COVID-19之前曾接触过严重的传染病,17%的人直接接触过COVID-19患者。此外,71.4%的抑郁障碍参与者表现为焦虑,50%的参与者表现为中度抑郁。显著关联(p <;疾病严重程度与职业暴露、病史和COVID-19影响之间存在0.05)。结论医护人员抑郁症是一个紧迫的公共卫生问题,工作冲突和接触传染病等职业因素是主要危险因素。通过心理支持计划和工作场所干预来解决这些问题,对于保障卫生保健工作者的心理健康和确保卫生保健服务的可持续性至关重要。
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Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health
Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH-
CiteScore
4.60
自引率
7.70%
发文量
218
审稿时长
66 days
期刊介绍: Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health (CEGH) is a multidisciplinary journal and it is published four times (March, June, September, December) a year. The mandate of CEGH is to promote articles on clinical epidemiology with focus on developing countries in the context of global health. We also accept articles from other countries. It publishes original research work across all disciplines of medicine and allied sciences, related to clinical epidemiology and global health. The journal publishes Original articles, Review articles, Evidence Summaries, Letters to the Editor. All articles published in CEGH are peer-reviewed and published online for immediate access and citation.
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