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Mental Health of Professionals of the Silver Economy of New Aquitaine : Online Survey of Accommodation Establishments for Old People and Home Assistance Establishments

This study, called "Mental Health of Professionals of the Silver Economy of New Aquitaine", explored the mental well-being of healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, it focused on staff in care homes for older people and those providing home help services in the New Aquitaine region of France. Researchers used online questionnaires to find out how many of these workers experienced mental health problems, what made them vulnerable or resilient, and how to improve access to early support. The main goal was to understand the psychological impact of the pandemic on these vital professionals and help them get the care they might need.

At a glance

Status

Not yet recruiting

Phase

Sponsor

Centre Hospitalier Charles Perrens, Bordeaux

Enrolment target

4,500

Start

15 Sep 2024

Estimated completion

30 Nov 2026

COVID-19 Pandemic Professional Stress

What is this study about?

The COVID-19 pandemic was a challenging time for everyone, especially for healthcare professionals. This study aimed to understand how working during the pandemic affected the mental health of staff in care homes for older people and those who provide care in people's own homes in a part of France called New Aquitaine.

The researchers used online surveys to ask these workers about their experiences. They wanted to find out how many people were showing signs of mental health issues due to the pandemic and to identify factors that might make some people more vulnerable to stress, while others were more resilient. Ultimately, a key goal was to understand these issues better so that affected professionals could get help sooner.

This study is important because these care professionals play a crucial role in looking after vulnerable people. Understanding the challenges they faced can help us to better support them in the future and ensure they have access to the mental health care they might need. The findings from studies like this can inform better support systems for workers in social and health care settings, not just in New Aquitaine but potentially in other places too.

Key takeaways

The study focused on mental health impacts of COVID-19 on care workers.
It involved online surveys, not medical treatments.
Participants were care home and home care staff in New Aquitaine, France.
The goal was to identify mental health issues and support needs.
Findings could help improve support for similar professionals.

Who may be eligible?

To take part in this study, you needed to be at least 18 years old and work in one of two types of roles in the New Aquitaine region of France: either in a care home for older people or providing home care services. You also needed to be able to understand French well enough, agree to complete online surveys, and be covered by a health insurance plan.

You would not be able to join if you had difficulty understanding instructions, if you didn't want to participate, or if you were under certain legal protection arrangements like guardianship. The study was open to adults of all genders, up to age 99.

Could this study suit you?

Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.

Are you 18 years old or older?
Do you work in a care home for older people or provide home care services?
Do you work in the New Aquitaine region of France?
Can you understand and speak French well?
Are you willing to complete online surveys?

Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

If you were eligible and chose to take part in this study, you would be asked to complete online questionnaires. These questionnaires would cover questions about your social and work situation, as well as some questions designed to understand your psychological well-being. There were two separate times, about six months apart, when you would be asked to complete these questionnaires. The study didn't involve any hospital visits, medical treatments, or follow-up beyond completing the surveys at these two points. The total time commitment would be the time it takes to fill out two sets of online questionnaires.

Potential risks and benefits

Taking part in this study involved sharing personal information through questionnaires, which some people might find uncomfortable. However, all information shared would be kept confidential. There were no direct health risks involved, as it was an online survey study. A potential benefit is that by participating, you contributed to a better understanding of mental health challenges faced by care professionals. This knowledge can help improve support systems for them in the future. You always had the right to withdraw from the study at any point without giving a reason.

Locations (1)

Centre Hospitalier Charles Perrens
Verified postcode
Bordeaux, France

Common questions

What was this study trying to find out?

It aimed to understand how the COVID-19 pandemic affected the mental health of care home staff and home care workers in a region of France.

Who could take part in this study?

Adults aged 18 and over, working in care homes for older people or home care in New Aquitaine, France, who spoke French and agreed to online surveys.

What did taking part involve?

It involved completing online questionnaires twice, about six months apart, related to your well-being and social situation.

Did the study offer any treatment?

No, this study was an observational survey; it did not provide any medical treatments or interventions.

Why was this study important?

It helped identify mental health challenges faced by frontline care workers, which can lead to better support and resources for them in the future.

How to find out more

Charles-Henry MARTIN, MD

cmartin@ch-perrens.fr 05 56 56 31 30 Official trial record

Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.