ArticleBMJ open2024
Association between sleep quality and uncertainty stress among healthcare professionals in hospitals in China: a nationwide cross-sectional survey.
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- Association between uncertainty stress and self-rated health among Chinese healthcare professionals: a nationwide cross-sectional survey.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Work-life realities of doctors in Georgia and their impact on mental health and work-related well-being: A cross-sectional study.PloS one · 2026Article
- Multidimensional sleep health and psychological distress: associations in a Community-Dwelling population.Sleep & breathing = Schlaf & Atmung · 2025Article
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Abstract
objectivesSleep quality is a critical concern among healthcare professionals, yet the role of uncertainty stress has been inadequately explored. This study aims to explore the associations between sleep quality and uncertainty stress among healthcare professionals working in Chinese hospitals.
designCross-sectional survey.
settingData were collected via a cross-sectional survey administered to healthcare professionals across three Chinese provinces from 29 September 2022 to 18 January 2023.
participantsA total of 1902 participants contributed valid responses for analysis. PRIMARY OUTCOME MEASURE: Sleep quality.
resultsOut of 1902 respondents, 26.4% reported uncertainty stress and 50.5% experienced insomnia. Binary logistic regression analysis revealed that higher uncertainty stress significantly predicted poor sleep quality (OR=3.89; 95% CI 3.06, 4.95; p<0.001) while controlling for sociodemographic characteristics. Furthermore, linear regression analysis confirmed the similar relationship between uncertainty stress and sleep quality (
conclusionsThe study highlights a significant association between uncertainty stress and impaired sleep quality among Chinese healthcare professionals. These findings suggest the necessity for targeted strategies to mitigate uncertainty stress, which may potentially promote better sleep and overall well-being in healthcare settings.
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