A Novel Mindful-Compassion Art Therapy (MCAT) for Reducing Burnout and Promoting Resilience for End-Of-Life Care Professionals: A Waitlist RCT Protocol

Ho, Andy Hau Yan; Tan-Ho, Geraldine; Ngo, Thuy Anh; Ong, Grace; Chong, Poh Heng; Dignadice, Dennis; Potash, Jordan

A Novel Mindful-Compassion Art Therapy (MCAT) for Reducing Burnout and Promoting Resilience for End-Of-Life Care Professionals: A Waitlist RCT Protocol

Ho, Andy Hau Yan; Tan-Ho, Geraldine; Ngo, Thuy Anh; Ong, Grace; Chong, Poh Heng; Dignadice, Dennis; Potash, Jordan

Abstract

End-of-life (EoL) care professionals are prone to burnout given the intense emotional nature of their work. Previous research supports the efficacy of art therapy in reducing work-related stress and enhancing emotional health among professional EoL caregivers. Integrating mindfulness meditation with art therapy and reflective awareness complementing emotional expression has immense potential for self-care and collegial support. Mindful-compassion art therapy (MCAT) is a novel, empirically informed, and highly structured intervention that aims to reduce work-related stress, cultivate resilience, and promote wellness. This study aims to assess the potential effectiveness of MCAT for supporting EoL care professionals in Singapore.

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Biomed Central
2019
Profession(s)
Healthcare Workers (General)
Topic(s)
Burnout
Mental Health
Resource Types
Peer-Reviewed Research
Study Type(s)
Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT)
Action Strategy Area(s)
Physical & Mental Health
Setting(s)
Long-Term Care
Academic Role(s)
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