Prevalence of Burnout, Secondary Traumatic Stress, Anxiety, and Depression Among Maternal and Neonatal Healthcare Staff in Two Tertiary Hospitals in Zambia

BackgroundHealthcare worker stress, anxiety, burnout, and trauma have been widely documented across global healthcare systems.Staff in maternal and neonatal units frequently encounter emotionally distressing events and work under high pressure with limited resources.In Zambia, despite some gains in reducing maternal and neonatal mortality, fatality rates remain above national targets, exposing staff to repeated occupational trauma. Objective(s)This study aimed to assess the psychological well-being of staff in maternal and neonatal intensive care units, identify specific needs and stressors, and develop practical recommendations to improve resilience and support staff mental health.