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    THE RELATIONSHIP OF PERSISTENT HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS INFECTION AND STRESS AT THE WORKPLACE
    (Faculty of Medicine, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, 2025-04)
    Micevska, Megi
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    Introduction: Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections. While most genital HPV infections regress spontaneously, some persist and can progress to cervical cancer. The biological susceptibility to acquire HPV and the immunological capacity to eliminate the infection are influenced by various factors, including occupational roles, work-related stress, and burnout syndrome. Materials and methods: In our study, relevant data were collected from 71 patients, 38 of whom had documented persistent HPV infections, while 33 patients were included in the study as a control group. Among those with persistent HPV infections, HPV 16 was the most common type, followed by HPV 31 and HPV 52. Results: Job demands were assessed using the Job Demands Questionnaire. The burnout syndrome was evaluated with the Maslach Burnout Inventory. Job resources were investigated using the Hospital Survey on Patient Safety Culture Questionnaire and the English version of the Questionnaire sur les Ressources et Contraintes Professionnelles. Conclusion: Preliminary data analysis revealed significantly higher levels of stress factors in the group of patients with persistent HPV infections compared to the control group. The insights gained from assessing the impact of workplace stress on HPV infection progression will help formulate recommendations to promote the health of the working population.
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    Correlation between self-compassion and burnout among mental health workers
    (2023-10)
    Georgievska, Anastasija
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    Burnout's impact on healthcare professionals has sparked concern for individuals and the healthcare system. This study examines the link between self-compassion and burnout in Macedonian mental health care professionals. Using a cross¬sectional design, data from 77 participants were analyzed through the Self¬Compassion Scale (SCS) and Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI). The literature review underscores burnout's prevalence and introduces self¬compassion as a protective element. Objectives include understanding the relationship, gender/profession differences, and implications for healthcare. Results reveal significant correlations between self-compassion dimensions and burnout components. Higher self-compassion relates to lower burnout and depersonalization, while negative self-compassion aspects correlate with higher burnout. Though offering empirical insight, this study acknowledges limitations, such as its design and sample size. It recommends longitudinal studies and broader samples for future research. In conclusion, this research highlights self¬compassion's role in combating burnout and suggests interventions to bolster professional well-being. As the mental health field evolves, the study encourages further exploration of burnout and effective mitigation strategies.
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    Associations of burnout with job demands/resources during the pandemic in health workers from Southeast European countries
    (Frontiers Media SA, 2023-10-24)
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    Atanasovska, Aneta
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    Bislimovska, Dragana
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    Brborović, Hana
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    Brborović, Ognjen
    Introduction: Despite several studies assessing job demands and burnout in countries from the Southeast European (SEE) region, there is still a lack of data about the psychological impact of the pandemic on health workers (HWs). Aims: The present study aimed to demonstrate and compare levels of burnout dimensions in HWs from SEE countries and to reveal the burnout–job demands/resources relationships in these workers during the pandemic. Materials and methods: During the autumn of 2020, this online multicentric cross-sectional survey studied a large group (N = 4.621) of HWs working in SEE countries. The Maslach Burnout Inventory was used for the measurement of burnout dimensions. We analyzed the job demands by using the Hospital Experience Scale. Remuneration and relationships with superiors were measured using the Questionnaire sur les Ressources et Contraintes Professionnelles (English version). Results: A series of ANOVA comparisons of means revealed the countries in which respondents showed higher mean values of emotional exhaustion (Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Moldova, Montenegro, and North Macedonia) and the countries in which respondents showed lower mean values of this burnout dimension (Israel and Romania) (Welch F = 17.98, p < 0.001). We also found differences among HWs from different countries in job demands and job resources. The testing of hierarchical regression models, which have been controlled for certain confounding factors, clearly revealed that emotional exhaustion was predicted by job demands (R2 = 0.37) and job resources (R2 = 0.16). Conclusion: Preventive measures for the improvement of mental health in HWs during the pandemic and beyond have to take into account the differences between countries regarding the country context and current scientific knowledge. A modified stress test should be implemented in hospitals regarding future shocks that might include new pandemics, terrorism, catastrophes, or border conflicts.
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    Health behaviors and their relationships with job demands and Burnout in anesthesia health workers
    (Department of Anesthesia and Reanimation, Faculty of Medicine, UKIM, Skopje, R.N.Macedonia, 2021-03)
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    Bislimovska, D
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    Kochov, P
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    Meshkova, I
    The aim of this study was to examine the associations between burnout and health behaviours in a sample of anaesthesia health workers (HWs). Material and Methods. 79 anaesthesia HWs (29 physicians, 50 nurses) participated in this cross-sectional study (aged 40.2±10.8 years, 81% females). For the evaluation of health behaviours, the questionnaire constructed for the study of Moustou et al. was used. Job demands and burnout were measured by Hospital Experience Scale and Maslach Burnout Inventory, respectively. A series of multiple regression models were tested to examine the associations of burnout to health behaviours, whereby controlling of age, hospital’s and unit’s tenure, as well as job demands. Results. Only 57% of the participants had breakfast every day or almost every day. Anaesthesia HWs consumed fast food on average of 2.47 (SD=2) times a week. Even 63.3% of the respondents didn’t exercise at all. Out of 79 respondents, 29 (36.7%) were smokers. Average scores of emotional exhaustion and depersonalization were 25.34±12.95 and 4.7±5.57, respectively. Results showed that emotional exhaustion positively predicted number of cigarettes smoked per day, frequency of using pills in order to relax and painkillers. Additionally, depersonalization positively predicted number of cigarettes smoked per day, frequency of using pills in order to relax and non-pharmaceutical remedies in order to relax/sleep, and number of drink units per time after leaving work and when going out. Conclusion. Job demands and burnout predicted health behaviours in anaesthesia HWs. Preventive strategy has to be developed in order to improve health and safety of anaesthesia HWs.