Psychological stress and lower-back injuries in mental health professionals : an experiential exploration
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Date
2007
Authors
Sarnecki, Damian S. J
University of Lethbridge. Faculty of Education
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Publisher
Lethbridge, Alta. : University of Lethbridge, Faculty of Education, 2007
Abstract
Psychological stress, lower back injuries (LBI), and lower back pain (LBP) are prevalent
problems in society today. Research on the psychological factors involved stress and
lower back injuries has been diverse. The proposed project will endeavour to answer to
following questions: Do mental health professionals experience symptoms of depression,
anxiety, stress, or lower-back injuries? What etiological work or non work-related factors
do these individuals believe contribute to and/or detract from their difficulties? What
interventions do these individuals utilize to alleviate their symptoms of depression,
anxiety, stress, and/or lower-back injuries? These questions were addressed via the use of
a semi-structured interview adapted from a formal psychological assessment scale (The
Depression Anxiety Stress Scale 42 or DASS 42). The interview results will be reported
in a case-by-case format and general thematic format. This project will conclude with a
review of the author's recommendations for further research, as well as a brief
examination of his personal learning statement.
Description
viii, 86 leaves ; 29 cm. --
Keywords
Mental health personnel -- Mental health , Mental health personnel -- Job stress , Mental health personnel -- Wounds and injuries , Backache , Depression, Mental