Nursing Review

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Culture of self-sacrifice I interviewed nurses in the Netherlands about their workplace experiences including burnout for my research. And I found that one of the main reasons nurses leave is because of the professions culture of self-sacrifice. Nursing education must teach self-care and boundary setting as essential skills.

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Minority Nurse

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Nurses are on the front lines of patient care, often providing comfort during some of the most critical moments of people’s lives. However, the constant emotional toll of caregiving can lead to a phenomenon known as compassion fatiguea form of burnout tied explicitly to the emotional strain of caring for others.

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Mental Health Self-Care Work-Life Balance Education 86

Diversity Nursing

MAY 6, 2023

May is mental health awareness month, a time to raise awareness and promote education about mental health, as well as reduce the stigma associated with mental illness. Did you know, 1 in 5 American adults experience a mental health condition in a given year? Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water.

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Self-Care Mental Health Promotion Education 84

Daily Nurse

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Nurses dedicate their lives to caring for others, but unfortunately, many do not feel supported at work. This is significant because if a nurse does not feel supported or feel their mental health is impacted, how can they adequately care for others? Nurses must practice self-care. & Dimitriu, A.

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Daily Nurse

MARCH 4, 2024

They’re natural, cuddly stress relievers that can improve cardiovascular health and decrease loneliness. That’s why it can be an excellent idea for nurses to adopt a pet of their own, especially if they’re experiencing anxiety, depression, or another mental health issue. Or a cat lover.

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Mental Health Self-Care Business Nursing Burnout 111

Daily Nurse

APRIL 6, 2023

Nurses are responsible for providing round-the-clock care to their patients, often putting their well-being on the back burner. However, ignoring their health can have dire consequences for nurses, leading to burnout, chronic illnesses, and decreased job satisfaction. Foot Problems Nurses spend a lot of time on their feet.

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Self-Care Mental Health 105

Scrubs

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

For night-shift nurses, finding effective strategies to care for both their physical and mental health is essential for personal well-being and to provide quality patient care. These steps will improve the quality of sleep, leading to better physical and mental health.

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American Nurse

AUGUST 1, 2023

Patient and family perspective Takeaways: Individuals with strabismus have an increased risk of concurrent mental health diagnoses. Children and their families frequently are unaware of any possible connection between strabismus and mental health, but they welcome resources. See Pediatric mental health screening tools.)

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Mental Health Self-Care Education 98

The Gypsy Nurse

MARCH 17, 2023

The impact of those occurrences has been detrimental to the mental health of healthcare workers everywhere. Caring for patients day in and day out can be mentally, physically, and emotionally exhausting. Often, nurses begin to neglect their own mental health in an effort to save others.

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Mental Health Travel Nursing Self-Care Nurse Shortage 105

Diversity Nursing

JUNE 11, 2024

Mental health is a crucial component of overall well-being, yet many men face challenges in acknowledging and addressing their mental health needs. Societal expectations and traditional notions of masculinity often deter men from seeking help, resulting in untreated mental health issues.

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Daily Nurse

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Mark your calendars for October 10, 2024—World Mental Health Day is here! This year’s theme, “It’s Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace,” is a call to action that resonates deeply, especially within the nursing community. A big one for me is access to mentors and having a buddy system.

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Mental Health Work-Life Balance Self-Care Nursing Burnout 98

Daily Nurse

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Healthcare professionals work tirelessly to provide care and support for their patients, often at the expense of their physical and mental well-being. Below, we explore some programs and benefits that healthcare organizations can implement to help improve employee mental health and wellness.

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Mental Health Promotion Communication Continuing Education 116

American Nurse

AUGUST 7, 2023

A literature review identifies opportunities to support nurses working in these care settings. Establishing goals of care and providing education regarding hospice and palliative care philosophies can better prepare patients and families for the inevitable struggles at the end of life. What does the literature say?

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Self-Care Continuing Education Professional Development Education 98

The Nurse Break

AUGUST 6, 2022

Other similar articles on self care and wellbeing here. Education is important but camping is importanter’ – Strategies in self care. Self-care has been defined by many, with most definitions sharing a similar theme around a proactive self-approach to health and well-being.

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Self-Care Education Mental Health Promotion 98

Daily Nurse

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

A recent paper in Science Advances reveals the value of nature experience for mental health. High stress levels can drain nurses’ energy, impede attention and critical thinking, and ultimately lead to declining patient care and outcomes. As a result, mental health and well-being are naturally maintained more easily.

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Mental Health Nursing Burnout Business Nurse Manager 116

The Relentless School Nurse

MAY 23, 2023

The most recent Surgeon General’s Advisory report highlights the mental health impact of social media on children and adolescents. It draws attention to the association between excessive social media use and increased rates of anxiety, depression, loneliness, and other mental health issues among young people.

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The Gypsy Nurse

MAY 26, 2024

Self-care is often pushed to the back burner by many people, including nurses. As travel nurses, you always care for others, but taking care of yourself is just as important, if not more important. If you don’t take care of yourself, you will not care for those who rely on you.

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Self-Care Travel Nursing Mental Health 98

Daily Nurse

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Each year since 2020, we have published the annual Frontline Nurse Mental Health & Well-being Survey to gauge the collective health of our nursing workforce and advocate for solutions to support it. Furthermore, adverse mental health outcomes have decreased across all categories over the past year.

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Nurse.com

MARCH 2, 2023

While these fears are natural, placing limits for yourself in the workplace is essential to supporting your own needs — both physical and mental. Start with yourself Saying no can be difficult when you’re always caring for others. Prioritizing your physical and mental health is a realistic boundary.

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American Nurse

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

States are redefining when medical professionals can get mental health treatment without risking notifying the boards that regulate their licenses. However, medical associations say such programs often come with invasive monitoring, even for voluntary care. The changes are modeled after Virginia legislation from 2020.

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Minority Nurse

JANUARY 3, 2023

Students enter the field from diverse backgrounds and often with many personal struggles – from academic challenges, medical conditions, strenuous family responsibilities, mental health challenges, and even prior traumas. Educating Students on Mental Health. My career goal has been to combat the stigma of mental illness.

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Nursology

APRIL 30, 2024

From childbirth, sexual dissatisfaction, loss, infidelity, infertility, and mental health – I was with my patients and their families. Krum, CNM,MSN As a certified nurse midwife, I have had the honor of being with clients during some of their most intimate moments.

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Clinical nurses work in an environment that is high-stress by nature—making decisions that can impact patients’ lives— and need to take extra care to avoid the mental and physical condition known as nursing burnout. Nurse burnout is a state of mental, physical, and emotional exhaustion caused by sustained work-related stressors.

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Diversity Nursing

JULY 13, 2022

While physical health is undoubtedly important, so is Mental Health. Millions of Americans are affected by mental illness each year. According to the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA), Psychiatric Nurses make up the second largest group of behavioral health professionals in the U.S. Empathy.

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The Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 29, 2024

We are celebrated for our capacity to power through overwhelming workloads, inadequate staffing, and the emotional toll of supporting children facing trauma, chronic illness, and mental health challenges. For school nurses, this would mean systemic changes that prioritize our well-being as much as the health of the students we serve.

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Self-Care Mental Health Education 89

American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Patients who receive restorative nursing care are 32% less likely to be readmitted to the hospital than those receiving standard care, as reported in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. Whether you’re a nurse, therapist, or administrator , incorporating these strategies can make a lasting impact on patient care.

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Amercan Journal of Nursing

JUNE 1, 2023

In today’s world, teenage boys are facing a crisis that often goes unnoticed: their mental health. It’s time to shed light on this crucial issue that often remains overlooked by both the public and health care professionals. surgeon general calling it “ the defining public health crisis of our time. ”

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The Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Mr. Rogers even maintained a consistent weight of 143 pounds for decades, viewing it as a symbol of love, stability, and care, values that resonate deeply with our work in schools. This special day, which falls on the 143rd day of the year, serves as a reminder to live by Rogers’ ideals of compassion, community, and care.

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Mental Health Self-Care Promotion Education 89

Minority Nurse

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Finding time for self-care Find time for yourself, as this will help prevent burnout. Keep them updated with your schedule, mental health, and overall well-being; they are your biggest cheerleaders. This may include exercising daily or going for a walk outside.

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The Nurse Break

APRIL 25, 2022

Meet Monica Taylor – Vice President of the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses (ACMHN). The diversity of mental health nursing is enormous. Monica Taylor has been a mental health nurse for 30 years and was one of the first community-based MHNs in the Western Australian rural sector. Write for Us.

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Mental Health Psychiatry Self-Care Promotion 98

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing “988,” or the Crisis Text Line by texting “HOME” to 741741. Experts say the programs fill a void, though there is little hard data on their effectiveness.

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American Medical Compliance

JANUARY 1, 2025

of adults in the United States facing mobility challenges, according to the CDC, the demand for effective restorative care has never been greater. For healthcare providers, these programs go beyond improving patient outcomesthey create a holistic and supportive care environment. With approximately 12.2%

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Long Term Care Self-Care Promotion Staff Training 105

The Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Student Mental Health Matters: A Toolkit for Educators i s a valuable resource for school nurses and educators, addressing the mental well-being of students. These insights provide a deeper understanding of mental health issues, equipping school staff to better support their students.

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Daily Nurse

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

From financial security and physical health to spiritual fulfillment and the opportunity to make a lasting community impact, nursing enriches lives, both for the caregiver and the cared for. Healthcare professionals, especially nurses, directly improve public health and provide compassionate care to those in need.

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Scrubs

JUNE 1, 2024

Do you work in mental health care or a related field? Perhaps you’ve recently completed an online Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling or another mental health qualification. You might be working as a psychiatric nurse, peer support worker, or social worker specializing in mental health.

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New Thing Nurse

APRIL 19, 2020

I have had up’s and down’s with my mental health. Sarah and Anna also have a robust discussion on COVID-19 stress and the PPE shortage, how that affects our ability to provide compassionate patient care, and tools on how to reconnect with our patients and nursing community. Other shifts are just fine.

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New Thing Nurse

APRIL 19, 2020

Yet there are people out there who care. In the past few weeks, I have switched my SSRIs, increased my talk therapy appointments (via telephone), and have had to be very open with friends and colleagues about my mental health needs. Your mental health is important, just as important as your physical health.

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