Personality Hardiness and Occupational Coping strategies of hospital managers during the COVID-19 pandemic
DOI: 10.22421/1517-7130/es.2026v27.e1140en
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https://doi.org/10.22421/1517-7130/es.2026v27.e1140Keywords:
Health Management, Psychological Resilience, Coping SkillsAbstract
This descriptive and quantitative study assessed Hardiness personality and occupational coping strategies in 40 managers of public health institutions in northern Paraná during the 2021 COVID-19 pandemic. Data were collected using
sociodemographic questionnaires, the Hardiness Scale, and the Occupational Coping Scale. There was a predominance of female participants (90%), mean age of 45 years, and a high level of education, with 47.5% of participants holding a
postgraduate degree. In the Hardiness construct, the “challenge” domain was the most prominent, highlighting the ability to perceive changes as opportunities for growth. Regarding coping strategies, the “control” factor was the most frequently used, indicating active coping with adversity, while avoidance strategies were less frequent. The results demonstrate psychological resilience and adequate adaptation among managers, reinforcing the importance of institutional interventions aim
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