Psychological distress among Brazilian workers during the initial stage of the COVID-19 pandemic: a descriptive study

Alonso, Melissa Spröesser; Lima, Maria Cristina Pereira; Dias, Adriano; Camacho-Vega, Juan Carlos; García-Iglesias, Juan Jesus; Ruiz-Frutos, Carlos; Bernardes, João Marcos; Gómez-Salgado, Juan

doi:10.3389/fpubh.2024.1283310

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“…The Emotional Impact Questionnaire COVID-19 (EIQ COVID-19), previously validated by Gómez-Salgado J. and collaborators [28] and which includes questions adapted from previous studies [31], was used. This questionnaire had been previously used in numerous studies in Spain, and in Brazil to assess the emotional well-being of its population about COVID-19 [32].…”

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Psychological Distress and Work Engagement of Construction Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Differential Study by Sex

Gómez-Salgado,

Camacho-Vega,

Allande-Cussó

et al. 2024

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Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, a major impact on the mental health of the population has been observed, with women being one of the most affected groups. From the lockdown to “de-escalation” phases, sex differences have been recognised as significant determinants of mental health. Thus, equally ensuring physical and mental protection at work remains one of the challenges faced by industrial companies, especially in the construction sector, where the percentage of employed women has increased in recent years. This study aims to examine the impact of sex differences on psychological distress and work engagement in the productive construction sector, as well as related variables. For this, a cross-sectional descriptive study was performed. Descriptive statistical analyses were completed, and non-parametric Mann-Whitney U and Chi-squared tests were used to identify differences between men and women. This was followed by logistic regression analysis by sex. Psychological distress is more prevalent among women, even after controlling for most variables. Both sexes receive equal preventive measures and training from the companies, yet women still experience higher levels of psychological distress. At the beginning of the pandemic, women reported higher levels of anxiety and fear of COVID-19 and of perceived danger associated with the pandemic than men. However, these differences were not present by 2023. For men, work engagement appeared to be a determining factor for a stable mental health, while for women, health and physical status seemed to be more influential. In both sexes, psychological distress was found to be conditioned by mental and emotional well-being. In a sector where women are increasingly present, the differences observed in terms of how physical and mental health are affected across the two sexes justify the need to promote data analysis that acknowledges this reality.

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Psychological Distress and Work Engagement of Construction Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Differential Study by Sex

Gómez-Salgado,

Camacho-Vega,

Allande-Cussó

et al. 2024

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Sense of coherence in Spanish-speaking countries during the COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic review

Escobar-Segovia,

Domínguez-Salas,

García-Iglesias

et al. 2024

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Background: The aim of this study was to assess the sense of coherence (SOC) in the Spanish-speaking population during the 2019 coronavirus disease pandemic. Methods: A systematic review was conducted in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines in the PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science electronic databases in August 2024. The methodological quality of the included studies was evaluated using the critical appraisal tools developed by the Joanna Briggs Institute. Results: A total of 25 studies were included in the review, which demonstrated that high SOC is associated with improved coping styles, a reduced incidence of mental disorders, and greater resilience to traumatic events. The findings indicated that SOC acts as a crucial protective factor in diverse population groups, including health professionals, university students, and older adults, particularly during the 2019 coronavirus disease pandemic. Conclusions: The study concludes that there are significant benefits for the mental and physical health of the population, regardless of cultural context, to be gained from strengthening the SOC. It is therefore essential that interventions which enhance the SOC are implemented in order to improve public health in times of crisis. Furthermore, it is crucial that SOC measurement instruments are validated in different cultural contexts in order to ensure the reliability and validity of the results obtained.

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Psychological distress among Brazilian workers during the initial stage of the COVID-19 pandemic: a descriptive study

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Psychological Distress and Work Engagement of Construction Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Differential Study by Sex

Psychological Distress and Work Engagement of Construction Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Differential Study by Sex

Sense of coherence in Spanish-speaking countries during the COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic review

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