COVID-19 related occupational stress in teachers in Ireland.
Minihan, Elisha; Adamis, Dimitrios; Dunleavy, Michele; Martin, Angela; Gavin, Blanaid; mcnicholas, fiona
Moderate or high levels of personal burnout was reported by 82% (n = 202) of the sample and 79% (n = 193) reported work burnout. COVID-19 related adverse effects were reported by teachers on physical (43%) and mental health (67%), with deterioration in eating (34%), sleeping (70%) and alcohol use (33%). 100 (42%) participants felt unable to keep safe at work. Low levels of job satisfaction were present (66%), negatively correlating with burnout scores (rs=-0.405, p<.01). 142 (58%) teachers had seriously considered changing jobs in the previous 6-12 months.
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