Factors associated with mental health literacy among healthcare workers in a university hospital in Selangor

IF 1.7 Q2 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health Pub Date : 2025-07-24 DOI:10.1016/j.cegh.2025.102142

Ahmed Awadh Bagubair, Rahmat Dapari

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Abstract

Introduction

Mental illnesses contribute to massive economic loss, especially in terms of years lost to disability (YLDs). By 2030, economic loss from mental illnesses is projected to hit USD 6 trillion. Mental health literacy encompasses the knowledge and belief surrounding mental health issues that play a vital role in promoting the wellbeing of healthcare workers (HCWs). University hospitals, like any healthcare institution, rely on its workforce to provide quality care to patients. However, HCWs may face mental health challenges that can significantly impact their wellbeing and the quality of patient care. Thus, a comprehensive understanding of the mental health literacy level among HCWs is essential in identifying areas for improvement so that targeted interventions can be implemented.

Methods

The study utilised a cross-sectional design to investigate mental health literacy among HCWs at Hospital Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, Selangor. A pre-tested, self-administered questionnaire was distributed to determine factors associated with mental health literacy among HCWs. Statistical analysis was performed with IBM Standard Statistical Software Package (SPSS) version 29.0 for Windows.

Results

Among the 218 HCWs who responded, the average mental health literacy score was 106.65 points. The majority of respondents were females, Malays, and with tertiary education qualifications. Of the six variables that exhibited significant associations with the mental health literacy score, three emerged as predictors, namely i) individual monthly income, ii) help-seeking behaviours, and iii) stress.

Conclusion

These findings underscore the significant associations between mental health literacy scores and various factors, including individual monthly income, help-seeking behaviours, and stress levels. Addressing these predictors and implementing targeted interventions could improve MHL among all HCWs. Furthermore, there is a pressing need for comparative and intervention studies encompassing diverse professional groups to offer a comprehensive understanding and improvement of mental well-being within various occupational settings.

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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.