Burnout and Psychological Well-Being of Healthcare Workers
A special issue of Behavioral Sciences (ISSN 2076-328X). This special issue belongs to the section "Social Psychology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 44
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on the multifaceted topic of burnout and psychological well-being among healthcare workers, addressing an urgent need to understand and mitigate the mental health challenges faced by this vital workforce. Healthcare professionals, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic, have experienced elevated stress, burnout, and emotional fatigue, which impacts both their personal well-being and the quality of patient care. This Special Issue aims to explore the underlying causes, including high workloads, emotional demands, and systemic constraints, while also highlighting resilience strategies, organizational interventions, and policies that support mental health. By fostering a holistic understanding, this Special Issue intends to inspire actionable solutions and promote a sustainable work environment for healthcare providers.
Dr. Lauren A. Fowler
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- burnout
- psychological well-being
- healthcare workers
- resilience
- stress management
- occupational health
- emotional fatigue
- healthcare workforce sustainability
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