Nanditha P et al
Year : 2024 | Volume : 9 | Issue : 2 | Page : 1-10
“Healing the Healers” – Prioritizing Mental Health Among Frontline Health Workers – A Narrative Review
Nanditha P, Aravinth V, Anupriya S, Preetha Elizabeth Chaly, Indhumalar C, Ranjith M
Department of Public Health Dentistry, Meenakshi Ammal Dental College and Hospitals, Meenakshi Ammal Academy of Higher Education and Research, Deemed to be University, Chennai, India
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Dr. Nanditha P
Post Graduate
Department of Public Health Dentistry
Meenakshi Ammal Dental College and Hospitals,
Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research.
Deemed to be University, Chennai, India
Email – nandithapremanandan146@gmail.com
Abstract
Mental health challenges among frontline healthcare workers have intensified, posing risks to their well-being and the quality of patient care. This narrative review examines the increasing prevalence of anxiety, depression, and suicide within this population. It further explores interventions ranging from workplace improvements to individual resilience strategies such as mindfulness and telemedicine. Organizational approaches aimed at providing targeted training and resources are also discussed. The review concludes by emphasizing the urgency for stakeholders to foster supportive environments that prioritize the mental well-being of healthcare professionals.
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How to cite this Article: Nanditha P, et al., (2024). “Healing the Healers” – Prioritizing Mental Health Among Frontline Health Workers – A Narrative Review. Original article. International Journal of Social Rehabilitation, 9(2), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.56501/intjsocrehab.v9i2.ijsr0009.
