Effects of Digital Mental Health Screening Alone and With the Online MINDBODYSTRONG CBT-Based Program on Burnout, Depression, Anxiety, Healthy Behaviors, and Suicidal Ideation in at-Risk Nurses at 3- and 6-Months Post-Intervention: An RCT.
Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk, Judy E Davidson, Sharon Tucker et al.
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In 30 seconds
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effects of a digital mental health screening program alone versus combined with the MINDBODYSTRONG CBT-based program on burnout, depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation in 501 at-risk nurses. The intervention group showed significantly greater reductions in anxiety and depression, and a lower risk of suicidal ideation at 3 and 6 months, with a notable reduction in burnout at 6 months (RRR: 0.698).
Key findings
- The intervention group had greater reductions in anxiety and depression at 3 and 6 months.
- At 6 months, the intervention group had a lower risk of burnout (RRR: 0.698, p=0.012).
- Nurses completing more MBS sessions reported less suicidal ideation at 6 months.
- Increased MBS skills-building activities correlated with reduced burnout at 3 and 6 months.
Why it matters
The findings highlight the potential of integrating digital mental health interventions in nursing practice to address burnout and mental health issues, which are critical for maintaining healthcare quality and nurse well-being.