ANXIETY, INSOMNIA AND DEPRESSION DISORDERS AMONG HEALTHCARE WORKERS AFTER THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: A PILOT STUDY
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The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic had a significant impact on the general population around the world, especially on health workers. Anxiety disorders, insomnia and depression were the main disorders that emerged in this occupational group during the COVID-19 pandemic, increasing the risk of medical errors and compromise patient safety. A total of 100 workers (OSS, obstetricians and nurses) from different regions of Italy was recruited and completed the ISI, GAD-7 and PHQ-9 questionnaires on an online survey platform. More than half of the health workers present with anxiety, depression and insomnia of varying degrees of severity. Research clearly shows a strong correlation between insomnia, anxiety and depression among healthcare workers. It also emphasises the need for healthcare organisations to implement comprehensive mental health support programmes, including education, counselling and access to mental health resources, to mitigate the negative impact on the well-being of healthcare workers.
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