Videoconference-based creativity workshops for mental health staff during the COVID-19 pandemic

Simon Riches; Meirion Yusuf-George; Natalie Steer; Carolina Fialho; Ruxandra Vasile

doi:10.1080/17533015.2023.2184402

Videoconference-based creativity workshops for mental health staff during the COVID-19 pandemic

Simon Riches
, Meirion Yusuf-George
, Natalie Steer
, Carolina Fialho
, Ruxandra Vasile

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Abstract

Background
COVID-19 presented significant challenges to psychiatric staff, while social distancing and remote working necessitated digital communications. NHS England prioritised staff wellbeing. Arts-based creativity interventions appear to improve psychological wellbeing, so this study evaluated online Creativity Workshops as a staff support response for COVID-19-related stress.

Methods
Participants were staff from a South London NHS psychiatric hospital. Group Creativity Workshops were facilitated via Microsoft Teams. Acceptability data on pre- and post-workshop mood and attitudes were self-reported by participants. Feasibility data were gathered from adherence to number of workshop components delivered.

Results
Eight workshops were delivered in May-September 2020 (N = 55) with high adherence to components. Participants reported significantly increased positive mood and attitudes towards themselves and others; and decreased stress and anxiety.

Conclusions
Online Creativity Workshops appear feasible and acceptable in reducing stress in psychiatric staff. Integrating a programme of Creativity Workshops within healthcare staff support may benefit staff wellbeing.

Original language	English
Journal	Arts & Health: An International Journal for Research, Policy and Practice
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/17533015.2023.2184402
Publication status	Published - 13 Mar 2023

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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

Art
Digital intervention
Nursing
Psychiatric services
Staff support

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