Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Psychological Wellbeing of Healthcare Professionals in India

Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Psychological Wellbeing of Healthcare

To Study the epidemiology of psychological distress among healthcare professionals of Max Super Speciality Hospital,Saket ,New Delhi in India during the COVID-19 Pandemic and assess the implications for providing psychological interventions(or therapeutic services)

To Study the epidemiology of psychological distress among healthcare professionals of Max Super Speciality Hospital,Saket ,New Delhi in India during the COVID-19 Pandemic and assess the implications for providing psychological interventions(or therapeutic services).

Hypothesis: There is likelihood of psychological distress impacting healthcare professionals' mental well-being as a result of their role in the healthcare setup during the COVID-19 pandemic. Study design-The questionnaire assessing the psychological wellbeing shall be administered via digital means of communication to healthcare professionals and support staff (doctors, nurses, paramedics, front office and support staff) across Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi that currently employs 1295 individuals in the current category.

Participation in the study will be voluntary and informed consent will be sought prior to the survey administration. Participants' responses will remain anonymous, with an assurance of confidentiality.

Inclusion Criteria Healthcare professionals working in Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket New Delhi Healthcare professionals inclusive of doctors, nurses paramedics front office employee and support staff Healthcare professionals above 18 years of age Healthcare professionals residing in India

Exclusion Criteria Non-employees of Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket New Delh Healthcare professionals residing outside India