Evaluating the impact of an emotional well-being training program on medical professionals: A quasi-experimental study.

Background: Burnout and psychological distress are prevalent among medical professionals, particularly in resource-limited settings like India, where systemic stressors exacerbate workplace strain. Aim: To assess the effectiveness of a culturally adapted emotional wellness training program in reducing burnout and enhancing well-being among Indian doctors. Materials and Methods: A quasi-experimental one-group pretest-posttest study was conducted with 30 doctors at a Government Medical College in South India. A 10-week intervention included mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral strategies, and peer support. Outcomes were measured using the Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI), Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES-9), and WHO-5 Well-Being Index, analyzed with paired t-tests and correlation analyses. Results: Post-intervention, psychological distress decreased (Global Severity Index: 0.40 to 0.10, P < 0.001), work engagement improved (vigor: d = 0.45; dedication: d = 0.82), and well-being increased (WHO-5: 57.53 to 73.67, P < 0.001). Negative affect moderated outcomes, with no role-based differences (P > 0.05). Conclusion: The program effectively reduced distress and enhanced engagement, showing feasibility in low-resource contexts, though sustainability requires systemic support.