Programa de intervención basado en terapias cognitivo conductuales de tercera generación para incrementar el bienestar psicológico de profesionales de enfermería del distrito Cuenca Norte del Ministerio de Salud, 2023

Abstract

Nursing professionals (NPs) play a crucial role in the healthcare system by directly providing patient care, which is essential for ensuring the quality of care and the effective functioning of healthcare services. However, their work involves emotional demands and challenges that can affect their psychological well-being (PW). To address this issue, an intervention program based on third wave cognitive-behavioral therapies was implemented. This program focused on Dialectical Behavioral Skills Training (DBT), which aims to develop skills for distress tolerance, mindfulness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. The objective of this research was to assess whether implementing a DBT program could enhance the PW levels of NPs in health centers within the Northern Cuenca District of the Ministry of Public Health (MSP). The study used a quantitative approach with an experimental pretest-posttest design involving a control group. The instruments used included a sociodemographic questionnaire and Ryff's Psychological Well-being Scale. It was determined that the third wave cognitive-behavioral intervention program significantly improved the PW of NPs, providing an effective strategy for addressing the emotional challenges they face in their work.