What side effects are associated with this type of intervention?

Common treatments for burnout, particularly web-based resilience tools and positive psychology interventions, generally have minimal side effects. These interventions often involve activities such as reflecting on positive experiences, practicing gratitude, and other stress-reduction techniques. The primary side effect reported is the potential for emotional or psychological distress when engaging with content related to personal stress or burnout. However, these side effects are typically mild and transient.

What prior FDA approvals exist?

As of now, there are no specific FDA-approved medications for the treatment of burnout. Burnout is generally managed through lifestyle changes, psychological interventions, and stress management techniques. The Web-based Resilience Tools trial focuses on positive psychology interventions, which include activities like reflecting on positive experiences or writing gratitude letters. These types of interventions aim to improve well-being and resilience, but they are not pharmacological treatments and thus do not require FDA approval. Instead, they are part of a broader approach to mental health that includes cognitive-behavioral strategies and other non-drug therapies.

What other types of research exist?

Promising novel alternatives to web-based resilience tools for burnout patients in 2024 include: 1) Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), which combines mindfulness practices with cognitive therapy to address stress and burnout. 2) Biofeedback and neurofeedback, which use real-time monitoring of physiological functions to help patients gain control over stress responses. 3) Guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation, which are integrative therapies shown to reduce stress and improve mental well-being. 4) Virtual reality (VR) therapy, which provides immersive environments for relaxation and stress reduction. These alternatives offer diverse approaches to managing burnout and improving overall mental health.

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Behavioral Intervention

WISER for Burnout

N/A

Recruiting

Led By John B Sexton, PhD

Research Sponsored by Duke University

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Be older than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up baseline, day 8, and 1, 6, and 12 month follow-ups

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial tests if online activities that encourage positive thinking or actions can help adults who are stressed, depressed, or burned out feel better. Participants will do these activities and complete surveys to see if their well-being improves.

Who is the study for?

The WISER Study is for adults over 18, including healthcare workers from Duke University Health System and other health systems. It's aimed at those interested in using web-based tools to build resilience against stress, depression, and burnout.

What is being tested?

This study tests if online positive psychology tools can improve well-being by having participants engage in activities like writing gratitude letters. The effects are measured through surveys before, after, and up to 12 months post-use.

What are the potential side effects?

Risks are minimal but may include emotional or psychological distress when answering questions about personal experiences with burnout during the survey process.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ baseline, day 8, and 1, 6, and 12 month follow-ups

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~baseline, day 8, and 1, 6, and 12 month follow-ups

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and baseline, day 8, and 1, 6, and 12 month follow-ups for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary study objectives

Change in Emotional Exhaustion as measured by the 5-item Emotional Exhaustion Scale

Secondary study objectives

Change in Emotional Recovery as measured by the 4-item Emotional Recovery Scale

Change in Work-life Integration as measured by the 7-item Work-life Integration Scale

Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Treatment ImmediatelyExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants will engage in well-being tools immediately for 1-week.

Group II: Waitlist ControlActive Control1 Intervention

Participants will wait 1 week to begin the well-being tools.

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Research Highlights

Information in this section is not a recommendation. We encourage patients to speak with their healthcare team when evaluating any treatment decision.

Mechanism Of Action

Side Effect Profile

Prior Approvals

Other Research

Common treatments for burnout include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and positive psychology interventions. These treatments work by altering negative thought patterns, reducing stress, and enhancing emotional resilience. Positive psychology interventions, such as gratitude exercises and reflecting on positive experiences, aim to shift focus from stressors to positive aspects of life, thereby improving overall well-being. For burnout patients, these mechanisms are crucial as they help in managing stress, improving mood, and fostering a sense of control and accomplishment, which are often diminished in burnout.

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