Several studies described promoting midwives' autonomy as a main factor in reducing BS, along with the importance of recognition in their work, participating in decision making and being able to work autonomously without role conflict (Hansson et al., 2022; Janighorban et al., 2020; Matlala & Lumadi, 2019; Neiterman et al., 2021)

according to Herzberg's theory, satisfaction depends on the result of intrinsic or motivational factors such as autonomy, recognition, promotion and job growth and not so much on extrinsic or hygiene factors such as salary, shifts, work environment or interpersonal relationships, the absence of which cause dissatisfaction, but are not motivating fa... See more