Stress and wellbeing among professionals working with people with neurodevelopmental disorders. Review and intervention perspectives

Ann Ist Super Sanita. 2020 Apr-Jun;56(2):215-221. doi: 10.4415/ANN_20_02_11.

Abstract

Supporting individuals with NDD is extremely demanding, with significant exposure to critical contexts and events, and painful ongoing experiences. Stress and burnout condition is a main concern with growing interest in research, despite the lack of consensus on theoretical explanatory models and modification standards.The paper provides an up-to-date review of risk factors and involved processes, and presents evidence-based procedures and protocols to implement effective preventive actions addressing both organizational and individual factors. The aim is to offer a global understanding of the subject and offer examples of practical plans to increase the impact on the quality of life of clients and staff members.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder / rehabilitation
  • Burnout, Professional / epidemiology
  • Burnout, Professional / psychology
  • Child
  • Health Personnel / psychology*
  • Humans
  • Job Satisfaction
  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders / rehabilitation*
  • Quality of Life
  • Stress, Psychological / epidemiology
  • Stress, Psychological / psychology*