Digital Well-Being Program for Healthcare Workers' Mental Health
(Thrive Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a digital well-being program designed to help doctors manage stress, depression, and anxiety while improving job satisfaction during the pandemic. The study compares two groups: one receiving standard care and the other receiving additional support, such as text message reminders and peer group sessions, as part of the Comprehensive Well-Being Intervention. Doctors at Penn Medicine who use their phones daily and are interested in participating for 18 months make good candidates for this trial. Participants will complete surveys to determine if the new program makes a difference over time. The goal is to foster a supportive culture for healthcare workers' mental health. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions for healthcare workers' mental well-being.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What prior data suggests that this digital well-being program is safe for healthcare workers?
Research has shown that digital well-being programs for healthcare workers are generally safe. Studies have found that these programs can improve mental health by reducing stress, anxiety, and burnout. Participants in similar programs reported feeling better overall, with fewer signs of depression and anxiety.
The studies did not mention any serious side effects, suggesting that most people handle the treatment well. Digital programs are often tailored to fit individual needs, enhancing their effectiveness and safety. For those considering joining a trial like this, evidence suggests it is a safe way to improve mental well-being.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the Comprehensive Well-Being Intervention for healthcare workers' mental health because it offers a proactive, structured approach compared to the usual self-directed resources. Unlike traditional methods that require individuals to seek out and initiate their own mental health support, this intervention provides regular engagement through monthly text reminders and quarterly peer support groups. It also covers a wide range of topics like mindfulness, stress management, and diversity, which can address various aspects of mental health and resilience. This approach not only makes accessing support easier but also fosters a sense of community and shared experience among participants.
What evidence suggests that this digital well-being program is effective for healthcare workers' mental health?
Research shows that programs aimed at improving workplace conditions can greatly enhance the well-being of healthcare workers. These programs reduce stress and anxiety, increase job satisfaction, and boost resilience. For instance, one review found that such workplace programs improved workers' job performance and overall health. Another study showed that these programs reduced stress in 24% of cases and anxiety in 17% of cases. Additionally, programs that encourage resilience and passion for work consistently have a positive effect on mental well-being. In this trial, participants in the Comprehensive Well-Being Intervention arm will receive an 18-month suite of services designed to support mental health, suggesting that this approach could effectively support doctors' mental health.26789
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for physicians at Penn Medicine who are over 18, willing to join an 18-month study with regular surveys, and have daily access to a phone capable of texting. It's not open to those under 18 or anyone unwilling to consent or without the necessary phone access.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Baseline Assessment
Participants complete an ICF and baseline survey, including validated measures on well-being, depression, anxiety, stress, resilience, and job satisfaction
Intervention
Participants receive a comprehensive well-being intervention including monthly automated text messaging and quarterly peer support groups
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for the persistence of effects on well-being, depression, anxiety, stress, resilience, and job satisfaction
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Comprehensive Well-Being Intervention
Trial Overview
The trial tests a digital well-being program aimed at improving mental health and job satisfaction among doctors during COVID. It involves interviews, text messages, resource support, and peer groups compared against usual care in a randomized controlled setup.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Participants will be asked to complete an ICF and baseline survey at enrollment. Participants will complete a full assessment using validated instruments at enrollment, 18 months and 30 months (depression, anxiety, stress, resilience, and job satisfaction). Participants will also complete the brief well-being index (WBI, nine questions) every 3 months over 30 months. The primary endpoint is assessed at 18 months. A secondary endpoint of persistence of effect is measured at 30 months. The intervention group will receive an 18-month comprehensive suite of services including: 1) monthly automated text messaging reminders about wellbeing resources focused on a range of topics (e.g. mindfulness, stress management, childcare support, racial trauma, diversity and inclusion) and assignment to a one-hour quarterly peer support group with an expectation of regular attendance. Half of these sessions will be self-directed discussion topics and half will be facilitated discussions.
Participants will be asked to complete an ICF and baseline survey at enrollment. They will be given survey assessments at 0, 18 and 30 months. Survey assessments will include validated measures on well-being, depression, anxiety, stress, resilience, and job satisfaction of physicians. The control group will have access to usual care well-being resources at Penn Medicine. These include links, classes, groups, social media sites such as Penn Cobalt which require self-awareness to find the resources and access them. In this context, the individual has to "pull" the resources they need and there may be several barriers to completing each step
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Pennsylvania
Lead Sponsor
Pennsylvania Department of Health
Collaborator
Published Research Related to This Trial
Citations
Effectiveness of organization-directed interventions on ...
This review is a comprehensive overview of organization-directed interventions to improve healthcare professionals' well-being. Within this ...
Effectiveness of Workplace Interventions to Improve Health ...
The review found that several workplace interventions were effective in improving work ability, well-being, perceived general health, work performance, and job ...
Addressing Health Care Workers' Mental Health: A Systematic ...
Multiple interventions significantly reduced stress (n = 29; 24%), anxiety (n = 20; 17%), emotional exhaustion or compassion fatigue (n = 16; 14 ...
Well-Being Outcomes of Health Care Workers After a 5 ...
The findings of this trial suggest that WELL-B is a brief, evidence-based continuing education intervention that may improve health care worker-well-being.
Interventions to promote resilience and passion for work in ...
Of the studies reporting qualitative data, all reported a positive impact of the intervention on resilience and psychological well-being. Conclusions. Overall, ...
Addressing Health Care Workers' Mental Health: A Systematic ...
Multiple interventions significantly reduced stress (n = 29; 24%), anxiety (n = 20; 17%), emotional exhaustion or compassion fatigue (n = 16; 14%), burnout (n = ...
Digital resilience interventions for healthcare workers
Generally, they aimed to enhance resilience and address symptoms like stress, burnout, depression, anxiety, and improve overall well-being. Participants were ...
Effectiveness of organization-directed interventions on ...
This review is a comprehensive overview of organization-directed interventions to improve healthcare professionals' well-being. Within this ...
Effectiveness of Digital Mental Health Interventions in the ...
Personalization of digital interventions was found to be effective in improving employee mental health and well-being. Consider ...
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