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Jiao D, Tang J, Guo R. Proactive health interventions in the workplace: The role of spatial playfulness in promoting mental health. Work 2023; 76:1203-1217. [PMID: 37212083 DOI: 10.3233/wor-220486] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/23/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The high prevalence of mental illnesses has a serious impact on productive life and there is an urgent need to intervene using a variety of active and effective measures. OBJECTIVE The concept of playfulness in space is introduced into the design of work spaces oriented towards active health interventions, creating a close interaction between the body and the space through play, thus developing a positive effect on the promotion of the physical and mental health of the staff. METHODS With the help of the spatial order theory, the analysis of the interaction between body and space is attempted to explore the form, structure and scene of space in order to optimize the body's perception, cognition and behavior in the space, thus creating an indoor workspace model with positive intervention effects on human health. RESULTS Based on the idea of spatial playful participation in active health interventions, this study explores the interaction between the body and the architectural space to enhance the perception and cognitive guidance of the space for the individual and to have a pleasant spiritual experience in the interaction to relieve work stress and enhance mental health. CONCLUSION This series of discussions on the relationship between architectural space and the human body is of great relevance in improving the public health of occupational groups.
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- Dian Jiao
- School of Architecture and Fine Arts, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- School of Architecture and Fine Arts, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- School of Architecture and Fine Arts, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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Joosen MCW, Lugtenberg M, Arends I, van Gestel HJAWM, Schaapveld B, Terluin B, van Weeghel J, van der Klink JJL, Brouwers EPM. Barriers and Facilitators for Return to Work from the Perspective of Workers with Common Mental Disorders with Short, Medium and Long-Term Sickness Absence: A Longitudinal Qualitative Study. JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL REHABILITATION 2022; 32:272-283. [PMID: 34580811 PMCID: PMC9232415 DOI: 10.1007/s10926-021-10004-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/06/2021] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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Purpose Although common mental disorders (CMDs) highly impact individuals and society, a knowledge gap exists on how sickness absence can be prevented in workers with CMDs. This study explores: (1) workers' perceived causes of sickness absence; (2) perceived return to work (RTW) barriers and facilitators; and (3) differences between workers with short, medium and long-term sickness absence. Methods A longitudinal qualitative study was conducted involving 34 workers with CMDs. Semi-structured interviews were held at two time-points during their RTW process. The 68 interviews were audio-taped, transcribed and thematically analyzed to explore workers' perspective on sickness absence causes, RTW barriers and facilitators, and compare data across the three sub-groups of workers. Results Workers reported various causes for their absence, including: (1) high work pressure; (2) poor work relationships; (3) unhelpful thoughts and feelings, e.g. lacking self-insight; and (4) ineffective coping behaviors. According to workers, RTW was facilitated by work adjustments, fulfilling relationships with supervisors, and adequate occupational health guidance. Workers with short-term leave more often reported favorable work conditions, and proactive coping behavior. In contrast, the long-term group reported reactive coping behavior and dissatisfaction with their work. Conclusion Supporting workers with CMDs in gaining self-awareness and regaining control, discussing the value of their work, and creating work conditions that enable workers to do valuable work, seem central for successful RTW and might prevent sickness absence. Supervisors play a key role in enabling workers to do valuable work and further research should focus on how supervisors can be supported in this task.
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- Margot C W Joosen
- Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Tranzo Scientific Center for Care and Welbeing, Tilburg University, Postbus 90153, 5000 LE, Tilburg, The Netherlands.
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- Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Tranzo Scientific Center for Care and Welbeing, Tilburg University, Postbus 90153, 5000 LE, Tilburg, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Sciences, Community & Occupational Medicine, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Tranzo Scientific Center for Care and Welbeing, Tilburg University, Postbus 90153, 5000 LE, Tilburg, The Netherlands
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- Department of General Practice, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Tranzo Scientific Center for Care and Welbeing, Tilburg University, Postbus 90153, 5000 LE, Tilburg, The Netherlands
- Phrenos Centre of Expertise, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Tranzo Scientific Center for Care and Welbeing, Tilburg University, Postbus 90153, 5000 LE, Tilburg, The Netherlands
- Optentia, North West University of South Africa, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
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- Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Tranzo Scientific Center for Care and Welbeing, Tilburg University, Postbus 90153, 5000 LE, Tilburg, The Netherlands
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Oates J, Jones J, Drey N. Mental health nurses' encounters with occupational health services. Occup Med (Lond) 2018; 68:378-383. [PMID: 29917123 DOI: 10.1093/occmed/kqy084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Background Staff well-being is vital to the functioning of the UK National Health Service (NHS). Mental health nurses (MHNs) with personal experience of mental illness can offer a professionally and personally informed insight into the occupational health (OH) service offered by their employer. Aims To investigate MHNs' views of OH provision in the NHS, based on their personal experience. Methods A qualitative interview study using a purposive sample of MHNs with personal experience of mental illness. Results Twenty-seven MHNs met the inclusion criteria. Thematic analysis identified three themes: comparisons of 'relative expertise' between the mental health nurse and the OH clinician; concerns about 'being treated' by a service at their work; and 'returning to work'. Conclusions OH provision in mental health settings must take account of the expertise of its staff. Further research, looking at NHS OH provision from the provider perspective is warranted.
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- J Oates
- Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care, King's College London, London, UK
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- Centre for Research in Primary and Community Care (CRIPACC), School of Health and Social Work, University of Hertfordshire, Hat?eld, UK
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- School of Health Sciences, City, University of London, Northampton Square, London, UK
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Noone P. In this issue of Occupational Medicine. Occup Med (Lond) 2015; 64:145. [PMID: 24706464 DOI: 10.1093/occmed/kqu050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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