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Evaluation of a Web-Based Holistic Stress Reduction Pilot Program Among Nurse-Midwives
Journal of holistic nursing : official journal of the American Holistic Nurses' Association
Short Title: J.Holist.Nurs.
Format: Journal Article
Publication Date: Nov 30, 2017
Pages: 159 - 169
Sources ID: 69986
Notes: LR: 20180516; JID: 8506709; OTO: NOTNLM; 2017/11/28 06:00 [pubmed]; 2017/11/28 06:00 [medline]; 2017/11/28 06:00 [entrez]; ppublish
Visibility: Public (group default)
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PURPOSE: Work-related stress among midwives results in secondary traumatic stress, posttraumatic stress disorder, and job attrition. The purpose of this pilot project was to evaluate the effectiveness of a holistic, web-based program using holistic modalities for stress reduction and improved coping among certified nurse-midwives. DESIGN AND METHOD: A convenience sample of 10 midwives participated in a web-based holistic stress reduction intervention using yoga, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and meditation for four days each week over 4 weeks. Participants completed pre- and postintervention questionnaires (Perceived Stress Scale [PSS] and the Coping Self-Efficacy Scale [CSES]) for evaluation of effectiveness. FINDINGS: The PSS means showed improvement in midwives' stress (16.4-12.3). The CSES means showed improvement in coping (174.8-214.5). Improvement was shown in each subscale of the CSES ("uses problem-focused coping": 19.2%; "stops unpleasant thoughts and emotions": 20.3%; and "gets support from family and friends": 16.6%). CONCLUSION: Findings suggest the potential for stress reduction and improved coping skills after using holistic techniques in a web-based format within a cohort of nurse-midwives. Further research of web-based, holistic intervention for stress reduction among midwives is warranted.