synthesize scientific research with relevant health policy, and write a professional editorial piece for public consumption.

Posted: January 25th, 2023

This assessment addresses the following course objective(s):

Interpret research, bringing the nursing perspective, alongside perspectives of their administrative colleagues, for policy makers and stakeholders.
Instructions
As a healthcare professional, effective communication is an essential skill for you to have. For this assignment, you will synthesize scientific research with relevant health policy, and write a professional editorial piece for public consumption.

Your role: Content contributor for The American Journal of Nursing

Audience: Healthcare professionals, nursing and administrative.

Format: 3-page paper, editorial style. Plus, a cover and reference page. A minimum of three scholarly sources should be included. In-text citations are required. APA style should be followed throughout.

Refer to the article Engaging policy in science writing: Patterns and strategies within Unit 3 Topic 2 for additional guidance on using the “push” style of writing.
Structure:

Choose any scientific research topic, with relevant and reliable scholarly sources available for you to review. If your background is clinical, your focus may be heavy on the science or clinical elements. If your background is more administrative, you may choose research which is more closely related to a social issue (such as emergency contraceptives, vaping use, etc.)
Choose a policy or proposed policy that directly relates to your area of scientific research.
Write an editorial article, approximately 3 pages in length, summarizing the scientific research on your chosen topic, and aligning it with relevant health policy. Explain the need for increased awareness around the topic:
Who needs to do something about it,
When action is needed,
What that action could look like, and
Why such action will positively influence the future of healthcare.
Submit
Word document

Assignment Resource(s)
The American Journal of Nursing website: https://journals.lww.com/ajnonline/pages/default.aspx

Ruhl, J. B., Posner, S. M., & Ricketts, T. H. (2019). Engaging policy in science writing: Patterns and strategies. PLoS One, 14(8) http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0220497

SOLUTION:

For this assignment, I have chosen to focus on the topic of mental health in the workplace. Specifically, I will be discussing the effects of workplace stress on mental health and the policies that can be put in place to address it.

According to a study published in the Journal of Occupational Health Psychology, chronic workplace stress is associated with a range of mental health problems, including depression, anxiety, and burnout. This is a significant issue that needs to be addressed, as it not only affects the mental well-being of employees, but also impacts productivity and the overall success of the organization.

One policy that can be implemented to address this issue is the implementation of workplace stress management programs. These programs can include workshops, counseling services, and employee assistance programs. These resources can help employees to identify and manage stressors, as well as provide support for those who are struggling with mental health issues.

Another policy that can be implemented……….