The Tree of Hope: A Method to Reduce Burnout, Improved Hope and Increase Resilience

Official Title The Tree of Hope: A Method to Reduce Burnout, Improved Hope and Increase Resilience

Purpose

The purpose of this study is to improve the sense of hope and build resilience through creating one’s Tree of Hope. This study is being done because we see that today’s environment is quite stressful and this can lead to people feeling less hopeful in their present and the future. 

 

Could this study be right for you?

  • At least 18 years old 
  • Able to read and understand English 
  • Healthy people and patients will be eligible for this research study 
  • Participants will be eligible even if they are not seen at OSU for their care.
  • We will not abstract any data from electronic health records. Patients will complete a survey that asks them questions about their health conditions

Exclusion Criteria

  • Any physical or mental condition that the principal investigator considers as impacting the ability of the patient to participate in the research study. Examples include visual or hearing impairment, arthritis, weakness or other medical problem that impairs their ability to write. 

Age Range

18 years and up