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Adamus C, Richter D, Sutor K, Zürcher SJ, Mötteli S. Preference for Competitive Employment in People with Mental Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Proportions. JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL REHABILITATION 2024:10.1007/s10926-024-10192-0. [PMID: 38662329 DOI: 10.1007/s10926-024-10192-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/24/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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PURPOSE The inclusion of people with mental disorders (MD) into competitive employment has become an important political and therapeutic goal. The present paper investigates meta-analytically to which extent people with MD who were unemployed or on sick leave due to MD prefer to work in a competitive job environment. METHODS For this systematic review and meta-analysis of proportions, we searched Medline, PsycInfo, Cinahl, Google Scholar, and reference lists for peer-reviewed publications from 1990 to Dec 2023, which provided data on the job preferences of people with MD. Two authors independently conducted full-text screening and quality assessments. Pooled proportions of job preferences were calculated with a random-effects meta-analysis of single proportions, and subgroup analyses were performed to examine characteristics associated with job preferences. RESULTS We included 30 studies with a total of 11,029 participants in the meta-analysis. The overall proportion of participants who expressed a preference for competitive employment was 0.61 (95%-CI: 0.53-0.68; I2 = 99%). The subgroup analyses showed different preference proportions between world regions where the studies were conducted (p < 0.01), publication years (p = 0.03), and support settings (p = 0.03). CONCLUSION Most people with MD want to work competitively. More efforts should be given to preventive approaches such as support for job retention. Interventions should be initiated at the beginning of the psychiatric treatment when the motivation to work is still high, and barriers are lower. TRAIL REGISTRATION The protocol is published in the Open Science registry at https://osf.io/7dj9r.
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- Christine Adamus
- Centre for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD), Bern, Switzerland.
- University Hospital of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland.
- Centre for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD), 3098, Köniz, Switzerland.
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- Centre for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD), Bern, Switzerland
- University Hospital of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
- Department of Health Professions, Bern University of Applied Sciences, Bern, Switzerland
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- Centre for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD), Bern, Switzerland
- University Hospital of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
- Department of Sport and Health Sciences, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Centre for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD), Bern, Switzerland
- University Hospital of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Centre for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD), Bern, Switzerland
- University Hospital of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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Özer G, Işık Ä°, EscartÃn J. Is There Somebody Looking out for Me? A Qualitative Analysis of Bullying Experiences of Individuals Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2024; 21:137. [PMID: 38397628 PMCID: PMC10887664 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph21020137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2023] [Revised: 01/23/2024] [Accepted: 01/25/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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According to the World Health Organisation, there are globally 40 million individuals with bipolar disorder (BD), and they experience stigma and discrimination, as many people with mental illness do. Work bullying (WB) is a common organisational problem, deteriorating the well-being and performance of employees and organisations. Although WB experiences have been researched for over three decades, we do not know much about the experiences of this group and what they need to extend their work-life. The current research aims to understand the workplace bullying experiences of individuals with BD and factors that may foster or hinder their participation in the labour force. The research methodology was based on in-depth interviews with 19 employees diagnosed with BD. Bullying experiences were mapped onto the Negative Acts Questionnaire. The data were analysed using the deductive qualitative content analysis on MAXQDA. Results showed that individuals with BD were exposed to bullying in work settings. Perceived reasons for the negative behaviours were mainly the undesirable individual characteristics of the bully, prejudices toward bipolar disorder, and already-existing toxic behaviours within the organisation. To reduce bullying, participants suggested that, among others, top management include equal and fair treatment of disadvantaged employees as performance criteria for supervisors and that organisations provide training against bullying, investigate complaints, apply sanctions, and establish an inclusive environment. If organisations set a stable and enduring vision, enhance a common identity for all employees, work on team building, and emphasise team efforts and goals, the organisational environment would be more inclusive, and individuals with BD would have longer work lives.
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- Gülüm Özer
- Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, King’s College London, London SE5 8AF, UK;
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- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences, Bahcesehir University, Istanbul 34353, Türkiye;
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- Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, King’s College London, London SE5 8AF, UK;
- Department of Social Psychology and Quantitative Psychology, University of Barcelona, 08035 Barcelona, Spain
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Siegel-Ramsay JE, Sharp SJ, Ulack CJ, Chiang KS, Lanza di Scalea T, O'Hara S, Carberry K, Strakowski SM, Suarez J, Teisberg E, Wallace S, Almeida JRC. Experiences that matter in bipolar disorder: a qualitative study using the capability, comfort and calm framework. Int J Bipolar Disord 2023; 11:13. [PMID: 37079153 PMCID: PMC10119352 DOI: 10.1186/s40345-023-00293-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2022] [Accepted: 03/22/2023] [Indexed: 04/21/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND When assessing the value of an intervention in bipolar disorder, researchers and clinicians often focus on metrics that quantify improvements to core diagnostic symptoms (e.g., mania). Providers often overlook or misunderstand the impact of treatment on life quality and function. We wanted to better characterize the shared experiences and obstacles of bipolar disorder within the United States from the patient's perspective. METHODS We recruited 24 individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder and six caretakers supporting someone with the condition. Participants were involved in treatment or support services for bipolar disorder in central Texas. As part of this qualitative study, participants discussed their everyday successes and obstacles related to living with bipolar disorder during personalized, open-ended interviews. Audio files were transcribed, and Nvivo software processed an initial thematic analysis. We then categorized themes into bipolar disorder-related obstacles that limit the patient's capability (i.e., function), comfort (i.e., relief from suffering) and calm (i.e., life disruption) (Liu et al., FebClin Orthop 475:315-317, 2017; Teisberg et al., MayAcad Med 95:682-685, 2020). We then discuss themes and suggest practical strategies that might improve the value of care for patients and their families. RESULTS Issues regarding capability included the struggle to maintain identity, disruptions to meaningful employment, relationship loss and the unpredictable nature of bipolar disorder. Comfort related themes included the personal perception of diagnosis, social stigma and medication issues. Calm themes included managing dismissive doctors, finding the right psychotherapist and navigating financial burdens. CONCLUSIONS Qualitative data from patients with bipolar disorder helps identify gaps in care or practical limitations to treatment. When we listen to these individuals, it is clear that treatments must also address the unmet psychosocial impacts of the condition to improve patient care, capability and calm.
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- J E Siegel-Ramsay
- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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- Value Institute for Health and Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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- Value Institute for Health and Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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- Value Institute for Health and Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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- Value Institute for Health and Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
- The City University of New York School of Labor and Urban Studies, New York, NY, USA
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- Value Institute for Health and Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
- Dell Medical School and McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas, Austin, TX, USA
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- Value Institute for Health and Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
- Dell Medical School and McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas, Austin, TX, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA.
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Chan SM, Au-Yeung TC, Wong H, Chung RYN, Chung GKK. Long Working Hours, Precarious Employment and Anxiety Symptoms Among Working Chinese Population in Hong Kong. Psychiatr Q 2021; 92:1745-1757. [PMID: 34373982 DOI: 10.1007/s11126-021-09938-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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This study aimed to examine the association between working hours and anxiety of a working population in Hong Kong. We used a cross sectional data from a population-based household survey of Hong Kong Chinese adults. Key measures included employment status, skill level, working hours, length of stay at current job and anxiety level. Symptoms of anxiety were assessed using the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-21). The data were analysed using logistic regression. Chinese adults who had long working hours (≥ 72 h per week) had higher odds of developing symptoms of anxiety than those who worked for ≤ 36 h per week (odds ratio [OR] 5.94, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.82‒19.41). Compared with short period (< 1 year), long period of stay at current job (≥ 5 years) was found as a protective factor from anxiety (OR 0.38, 95% CI: 0.20‒0.73). We found that a working period of 72 h per week was a significant threshold to cause anxiety to workers. Stable job arrangement was a protective factor to workers from anxiety. Implementation of labour market regulations, such as standard working hour policy and stable job arrangement, was also significant to mitigate risk of anxiety for working people in Hong Kong.
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- Siu Ming Chan
- Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences (Social Work), City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China.
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- Department of Sociology and Social Policy, Lingnan University, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Social Work, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Institute of Health Equity, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Public Health and Primary Care, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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