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NCT Number: NCT06190353

Development, Acceptability and Preliminary Efficacy of an Internet-Based Self-Help Program

This study aims to evaluate acceptability and initial effectiveness of an internet-based self-help program utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy specifically for healthcare workers, intending to address burnout.

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Key information

Conditions

Burnout, Professional Behavior Behavioral Symptoms Burnout, Psychological Occupational Diseases Occupational Stress Stress, Psychological

Age range

18 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

CanSagligi Foundation

Istanbul, Uskudar, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

This pilot study is a randomized controlled trial of two parallel groups. The study will comprise of an intervention and a wait-list control group. The intention of this study is to evaluate the acceptability and preliminary efficacy of an internet-based self-help program with minimal telephone support utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for alleviating burnout among healthcare workers.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Currently employed in the healthcare field as a doctor, nurse, technician, pharmacist or other healthcare profession for a minimum of six months.
  • Proficiency in using computer and email.
  • Experiencing symptoms of burnout related to the workplace.

Exclusion criteria

  • Currently prescribed psychotropic medication.
  • Currently undergoing psychotherapy.
  • Presently experiencing thoughts of suicide or self-mutilation.

Treatment and study plan

An internet-based self-help program with minimal telephone support utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for alleviating burnout among healthcare workers.

Behavioral

An eight module self help program

Primary outcomes

  1. Burnout Assessment Tool

    Time frame: At baseline and 4 weeks

    Burnout Assessment Tool is a validated measure which evaluates to what extend people experience burnout.

  2. Valued Living Questionnaire (VLQ)

    Time frame: At baseline and 4 weeks

    VLQ is a validated measure and its aim is to evaluate valued living.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Acceptance and Action Questionnaire-2 (AAQ-2)

    Time frame: At baseline and 4 weeks

    AAQ-2 is a measure aiming to evaluate experiential avoidance

  2. System Usability Scale (SUS)

    Time frame: 4 weeks

    SUS aims to measure evaluations of participants about an internet based program.

  3. Attendance rate

    Time frame: 4 weeks

    To evaluate feasibility, participants attendance rate to the program will be recorded.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

CanSagligi Foundation

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Development, Acceptability and Preliminary Efficacy of an Internet-Based Self-Help Program Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Coping With Burnout Among Healthcare Workers: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study

Important dates

Study start
2023
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2024
First posted
Jan 5, 2024
Registry last updated
Aug 13, 2024

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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