Psychological reactions of medical employees working in the red zone at the initial stage of the COVID-19 pandemic
Abstract
In this article, we examined the psychological reactions of medical staff: doctors and nurses working in the red zone during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The materials of an empirical study obtained from a sample of 78 people working in the red zone during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 are presented. Overall, the study found that employees experienced moderate distress (the level of distress corresponded to normative indicators). Various psychopathological symptoms were identified among healthcare workers depending on gender and position.
Men are more prone to hostility, while nurses experience more anxiety and report somatic complaints more frequently than doctors. Based on the survey results regarding information about COVID-19 and safety measures, it can be concluded that the perceptions of healthcare workers are fragmented.
The results obtained indicate the need to diagnose the severity of psychopathological symptoms and the general level of distress, as well as the level of anxiety and depression among employees in order to provide timely psychological support. Proper information about the disease and safety measures for medical staff is also a factor in reducing the level of distress and anxiety
About the Authors
T. S. Buzina
Russian University of Medicine
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
D. P. Pankova
Russian University of Medicine
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
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Buzina T.S., Pankova D.P. Psychological reactions of medical employees working in the red zone at the initial stage of the COVID-19 pandemic. Medical Psychology in Russia. 2024;16(1):2-10. (In Russ.)
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