Psychological distress and its associated factors in health workers during COVID-19 pandemic in Nepal: An online survey

Psychological distress and its associated factors in health workers during COVID-19 pandemic in Nepal: An online survey

Introduction: Psychological distress among healthcare workers amidst COVID-19 pandemic has emerged as a serious health problem. Understanding its magnitude is crucial to guide policies and interventions to improve their psychological wellbeing. This study assessed the psychological distress and its...

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Main Authors:	Nirmala Shrestha, Nisha Gurung, Sanju Banstola, Saurabh Kishor Sah, Sharad Koirala, Bimala Sharma
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Gandaki Medical College Teaching Hospital & Research Centre Pvt. Ltd. 2021-12-01
Series:	Journal of Gandaki Medical College
Subjects:	psychological distress covid-19 pandemic healthcare workers
Online Access:	https://www.nepjol.info/index.php/JGMCN/article/view/37158

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