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The impact of workplace violence on healthcare professionals’ quality of life: the mediating role of social support

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Workplace violence (WPV) is considered a global public health issue that places physical and mental burdens on healthcare professionals (HCPs). WPV generally negatively affects quality of life (QOL). This study aimed to determine the prevalence of WPV in HCPs and its association with their QOL in the presence of social support. Cross-sectional, descriptive, correlational research was conducted in medical, surgical, intensive care, and emergency departments in hospitals in Amman. A total of 367 HCPs filled questionnaires designed to evaluate aspects related to WPV, QOL, and social support. The prevalence of verbal and physical violence was 83.1 and 23.4%, respectively. Low levels of WPV, moderate to high level of social support, and low to moderate total QOL were noted. Verbal violence was more dominant among HCPs. WPV negatively affects most domains of HCPs’ QOL. Social support successfully alleviated the consequences of WPV.

Source: Discover Social Science and Health

DOI: 10.1007/s44155-024-00121-0

Authors: Sahar Abuhasheesh, Mahmoud Al-Hussami, Jumana Shehadeh, Feras Darwish Elhajji

Institutions: University of Jordan, Applied Science Private University

Language: English

Topic: Workplace Violence and Bullying

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,390