%0 Journal Article
%T Evaluation of a Web
%A Erin M. Wright
%J Journal of Holistic Nursing
%@ 1552-5724
%D 2018
%R 10.1177/0898010117704325
%X Purpose: Work-related stress among midwives results in secondary traumatic stress, posttraumatic stress disorder, and job attrition. The purpose of this pilot project was to evaluate the effectiveness of a holistic, web-based program using holistic modalities for stress reduction and improved coping among certified nurse-midwives. Design and Method: A convenience sample of 10 midwives participated in a web-based holistic stress reduction intervention using yoga, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and meditation for four days each week over 4 weeks. Participants completed pre- and postintervention questionnaires (Perceived Stress Scale [PSS] and the Coping Self-Efficacy Scale [CSES]) for evaluation of effectiveness. Findings: The PSS means showed improvement in midwives¡¯ stress (16.4-12.3). The CSES means showed improvement in coping (174.8-214.5). Improvement was shown in each subscale of the CSES (¡°uses problem-focused coping¡±: 19.2%; ¡°stops unpleasant thoughts and emotions¡±: 20.3%; and ¡°gets support from family and friends¡±: 16.6%). Conclusion: Findings suggest the potential for stress reduction and improved coping skills after using holistic techniques in a web-based format within a cohort of nurse-midwives. Further research of web-based, holistic intervention for stress reduction among midwives is warranted
%K nurses (advanced practice)
%K group/population
%K meditation/mindfulness
%K healing modalities
%K yoga
%K healing modalities
%K stress and coping
%K common themes
%K midwives
%U https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/0898010117704325