Anxiety sensitivity elevates the risk of mental health problems in employees with higher probability of contacting COVID-19 at work

Autenrieth, Lara K.; Benke, Christoph; Asselmann, Eva; Pané-Farré, Christiane A.

doi:10.1016/j.jadr.2023.100491

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“…The results of the present study showed that employees with depressive symptoms had less anxiety sensitivity (physical, cognitive, and social) after receiving transdiagnostic treatment. These results are consistent with the studies conducted by Autenrieth et al (10), Okajima and Kadotani (11), Li et al (12), and Rehman et al (13).…”

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“…By fostering a comprehensive understanding of anxiety-related sensations, transdiagnostic treatment empowers individuals to mitigate their anxiety sensitivity and manage the challenges posed by various anxiety disorders, ultimately leading to improved mental health (25). Autenrieth et al (10) showed that nurses with anxiety sensitivity had more depression, panic, health anxiety, and job burnout. In the ever-evolving landscape of mental health interventions, transdiagnostic treatment stands out as a promising avenue for addressing the intricate interaction between emotional challenges and cognitive functioning (28).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The intricate web of human emotions and psychological experiences often weaves unexpected connections between seemingly disparate aspects of mental health (9). One such intricate interplay is found in the dynamic relationship between anxiety sensitivity and depression (10). Anxiety sensitivity (the heightened fear of experiencing anxiety-related sensations) and depression (a complex mood disorder marked by persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness) might appear distinct at first glance (8).…”

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The Effectiveness of Transdiagnostic Treatment on Anxiety Sensitivity and Prospective and Retrospective Memory of Employees with Depressive Syndromes: A Quasi-Experimental Study

Bagheri Sheykhangafshe,

Rezazadeh Khalkhali,

Savabi Niri

et al. 2023

Jundishapur J Health Sci

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Background: Depression, a complex and often debilitating mood disorder, transcends its clinical definition to impact various aspects of an individual's life, including their professional pursuits. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of transdiagnostic treatment on anxiety sensitivity and prospective and retrospective memory of employees with depressive symptoms. Methods: This quasi-experimental study used a pretest-posttest design with a control group. The study included a total of 36 participants who were employees experiencing depression in the sixth and eighth municipal districts of Tehran in 2021. These participants were selected using a random sampling approach and allocated randomly into 2 groups: the experimental group (n = 18) and the control group (n = 18). The data collection process involved the utilization of questionnaires designed to assess depression, anxiety sensitivity, and prospective and retrospective memory. In the experimental group, a series of ten 90-minute sessions of transdiagnostic treatment was administered, while the control group received no such intervention. The collected data was analyzed using multivariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA) using SPSS version 24. Results: The results showed that transdiagnostic treatment significantly decreases physical (F = 66.47, P < 0.001, η2 = 0.69), cognitive (F = 57.29, P < 0.001, η2 = 0.66), social (F = 26.05, P < 0.001, η2 = 0.47), prospective memory (F = 50.18, P < 0.001, η2 = 0.63), and retrospective memory (F = 31.39, P < 0.001, η2 = 0.52) in employees with depressive symptoms. Conclusions: The findings of this study highlight the significant and positive impact of transdiagnostic treatment on individuals experiencing depressive symptoms. The results demonstrate substantial reductions in various domains, including physical, cognitive, social, prospective memory, and retrospective memory domains. These outcomes, characterized by substantial effect sizes, highlight the effectiveness of transdiagnostic treatment in addressing the multifaceted challenges associated with depression in employees.

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confidence: 93%