JOEM: Determinants of stress, depression, quality of life, and intent to leave (August 2022)-JOEM: Determinants of stress, depression, quality of life, and intent to leave (August 2022)

JOEM: Determinants of stress, depression, quality of life, and intent to leave (August 2022)

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A study conducted in the Puget Sound region of Washington state aimed to identify the determinants of stress, depression, quality of life, and intent to leave among emergency medical technicians (EMTs) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study found that job demands predicted stress and depression among EMTs, while financial security predicted stress and quality of life. Intent to leave was predicted by stress, manager support, and length of employment. The study highlighted the impact of increased exposure to hazards on the mental health of EMTs and emphasized the importance of improving their health and well-being since attrition during a pandemic could affect public health. The findings suggested the need for interventions to address factors such as job demands, financial security, manager support, and length of employment in order to support EMTs and reduce attrition rates. The study acknowledged the vital role played by EMTs in healthcare, particularly during a public health emergency, and the importance of addressing their mental health and well-being.

Keywords

Puget Sound region

determinants

stress

depression

quality of life

intent to leave

emergency medical technicians

COVID-19 pandemic

job demands

financial security