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Background <p>Intensive care unit (ICU) professionals face high levels of stress, burnout, and work-related psychological strain. However, comprehensive multinational assessments of their well-being—particularly those exploring gender differences and work-life dynamics—are scarce.</p> Methods <p>A cross-sectional survey was conducted by the International Women in Intensive and Critical Care Network (iWIN) between October 2023 and June 2024. The 113-item questionnaire assessed well-being using the WHO-5 Well-Being Index and other validated instruments across eight domains. ICU professionals were recruited via email, professional meetings, and the iWIN website. Descriptive statistics, <i>T</i>-tests, chi-square, and Mann–Whitney <i>U</i> tests were used for analysis.</p> Results <p>One hundred fifty-eight ICU professionals from diverse roles responded (62% female, 37% male, 1% other). The median WHO-5 score was 68 (IQR 52–80); males reported significantly higher scores than females (72 vs. 60; <i>p</i> = 0.0051). Respondents reported high workload, moderate job autonomy, and frequent stress. Temporary employment was common, with 41.1% considering job transfers. Despite generally positive diversity ratings, gender disparities remained in perceptions of hiring, promotion, and career advancement fairness.</p> Conclusions <p>This exploratory survey found generally positive well-being among ICU professionals, with a gender difference observed in WHO-5 scores. Concerns related to workload, job insecurity, and career development were also reported. Findings should be interpreted with caution and warrant further investigation.</p>

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Well-being in intensive care: reflections from a multinational survey

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    2026年5月8日

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  • Denise Battaglini,
  • Irene Aragao,
  • Ana Veloso,
  • Silvia De Rosa,
  • Joana Conduto Vieira dos Santos,
  • Sónia P. Gonçalves,
  • Brigitta Fazzini,
  • Isabel Soares Silva,
  • Catarina Brandão,
  • Maria Cruz Martin Delgado,
  • Luciana Mascia,
  • Olfa Hamzoui,
  • Francesca Rubulotta

摘要

Background

Intensive care unit (ICU) professionals face high levels of stress, burnout, and work-related psychological strain. However, comprehensive multinational assessments of their well-being—particularly those exploring gender differences and work-life dynamics—are scarce.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted by the International Women in Intensive and Critical Care Network (iWIN) between October 2023 and June 2024. The 113-item questionnaire assessed well-being using the WHO-5 Well-Being Index and other validated instruments across eight domains. ICU professionals were recruited via email, professional meetings, and the iWIN website. Descriptive statistics, T-tests, chi-square, and Mann–Whitney U tests were used for analysis.

Results

One hundred fifty-eight ICU professionals from diverse roles responded (62% female, 37% male, 1% other). The median WHO-5 score was 68 (IQR 52–80); males reported significantly higher scores than females (72 vs. 60; p = 0.0051). Respondents reported high workload, moderate job autonomy, and frequent stress. Temporary employment was common, with 41.1% considering job transfers. Despite generally positive diversity ratings, gender disparities remained in perceptions of hiring, promotion, and career advancement fairness.

Conclusions

This exploratory survey found generally positive well-being among ICU professionals, with a gender difference observed in WHO-5 scores. Concerns related to workload, job insecurity, and career development were also reported. Findings should be interpreted with caution and warrant further investigation.