Randomized trial shows self-care and psychological capital reduce depression in mental health professionals, suggesting effective coping strategies during trauma.
Key Points
This study aims to determine how self-care activities and psychological capital influence depression levels in mental health professionals during wartime.
Concurrent mixed-methods study involving 120 mental health professionals
Participants completed questionnaires on demographics, PsyCap, and depression from January to April 2024
Data included both quantitative and qualitative components, such as open-ended self-care activities
Significant negative correlation between self-care activities and depression; p<0.05
PsyCap significantly mediated the relationship between self-care and depression with a direct effect remaining significant; p<0.01
Self-care reinforces PsyCap, improving mental well-being among mental health professionals.