Background: Rescuers of the Red Crescent Society experience substantial stress and psychological pressure during disaster relief efforts. Providing individuals with a range of psychological interventions and support is essential to attenuate these challenges and prevent the escalation of psychological distress. One key intervention is enhancing resilience, shaped by various moral virtues. This study explores the relationship between the moral virtues of altruism and social support and resilience.
Materials and Methods: The methodology employed in this study was descriptive, cross-sectional, and correlational. The research targeted a statistical population of 700 rescue workers associated with the Red Crescent, from which a sample of 150 participants was selected through convenience sampling. Data were gathered utilizing the social support questionnaire created by Vaux et al. This approach facilitates an in-depth understanding of the dynamics of social support within this specific group while also allowing for the examination of potential correlations among relevant variables at a single point in time (1986), the global desirable social behavior scale by Rashtan et al. (1981), and the resilience scale by Connor and Davidson (1971). Data were analyzed using SPSS software (version 26.0) to determine measures of central tendency, dispersion, and correlations. Additionally, the Pearson correlation test and regression analysis were conducted.
Results: The findings revealed a significant positive correlation between social support, altruism, and resilience (P < 0.001). Additionally, the stepwise regression analysis results demonstrate that social support and altruism are predictors of resilience. This finding suggests that higher levels of social support and altruistic behavior are associated with increased resilience among the participants. The findings show that diverse workshops and exercises on social support and altruism skills enhance resilience, foster rescuers' cultural and social well-being, and help prevent depression and psychological issues.
The results of this study demonstrate a direct relationship between the various components of social support and the overall scores of social support and altruism in relation to resilience among Red Crescent relief workers. This finding aligns with the theoretical framework proposed by Bakker and Demerouti (2008), which posits that employees exhibiting flexibility can recover more swiftly from challenges and effectively manage job demands through social support. Furthermore, the current research corroborates previous studies, indicating that a supportive environment can significantly enhance individuals' capacities to rebound from stressful situations.
Conclusion: The findings of this research hold significant potential for enhancing the resilience of aid workers, which in turn may contribute to improved performance and operational efficiency. By fostering resilience among these individuals, organizations can better equip them to navigate the challenges inherent in their roles, ultimately leading to more effective service delivery in humanitarian efforts.