ArticleJournal of research in nursing : JRN2025
Nurses' experience of violence and post-traumatic stress disorder in Germany: a cross-sectional study.
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- At the tipping point: nursing judgement, workforce sustainability, and patient safety.Journal of research in nursing : JRN · 2026Article
- The rising tide of workplace violence in the healthcare sector: a global scoping review of burden, determinants, and prevention strategies (2021-2025).Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
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Abstract
Background: Workplace violence (WPV) is an occupational hazard to which nurses are often exposed, which can be a risk factor for severe mental health problems including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Therefore, understanding the prevalence of WPV and its association with PTSD among nurses may be important for developing effective workplace safety and support. Objective: This paper examined the prevalence of WPV and PTSD among nurses in Germany and analyses the association between them. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was conducted among nurses across all clinical settings in Germany (May-June 2024). WPV and PTSD symptoms were measured with standardised scales, and logistic regression tested their association. Results: In total, 411 participants (61.0%) were hospital-based nurses. Non-physical violence was more prevalent than physical violence. Suspected PTSD was found among 8.5% of the participants. PTSD symptoms were significantly higher among participants exposed to WPV (OR 3.378; 95% CI: 2.096; 5.445). Availability of employer-provided support following WPV incidents was found to decrease suspected PTSD with an odds ratio of 0.122 (95% CI: 0.031; 0.483). Conclusions: In order to lessen the PTSD effects of WPV, present findings emphasise the necessity of reporting mechanisms, employer assistance, and targeted interventions. These steps are also crucial to promoting workforce retention.
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