NARRATIVE REVIEW OF PSYCHOSOCIAL RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH MENTAL ILLNESS IN HEALTHCARE WORKERS

Authors

  • Fernanda Cristina Teixeira Rodrigues
  • André Costa Ferreira
  • Ricardo Marciano dos Santos
  • Aluana Santana Carlos
  • Adalgiza Mafra Moreno
  • Paulo Roberto Moreira Mendes
  • Paula Fernanda Chaves Soares
  • Tatiane Daniele de Almeida Costa Gusmão

Keywords:

Psychosocial Risk Factors, Mental Illness, Burnout, Healthcare Workers, Occupational Health

Abstract

Healthcare workers are exposed to a range of psychosocial risks arising from intense work conditions, high emotional demands, and adverse organizational environments, which make them vulnerable to mental health problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout. The aim of this study is to analyze the psychosocial factors associated with mental illness among these professionals and discuss how the findings can support occupational health surveillance strategies. This review is based on recent national and international studies (2019–2025) that demonstrate a strong association between psychosocial risks, workload, and psychological distress across different healthcare settings. Evidence also indicates that the COVID-19 pandemic further intensified these risks. This article synthesizes the current evidence and outlines directions for promoting mental health in the workplace.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56238/sevened2025.029-124

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Published

2025-12-12

Issue

Expanded Science: Innovation and Research

Section

Articles

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How to Cite

Rodrigues, F. C. T., Ferreira, A. C., dos Santos, R. M., Carlos, A. S., Moreno, A. M., Mendes, P. R. M., Soares, P. F. C., & Gusmão, T. D. de A. C. (2025). NARRATIVE REVIEW OF PSYCHOSOCIAL RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH MENTAL ILLNESS IN HEALTHCARE WORKERS. Seven Editora, 2287-2302. https://sevenpubl.com.br/editora/article/view/8743