Introduction
Poor mental health is a critical issue among the European population. Survey data from 2023 suggests that 46% of Europeans had experienced emotional or psychosocial problems, such as depression or anxiety, in the past…
Introduction
The healthcare sector is large, employing around 11% of workers in the European Union[1]. Employment in the healthcare sector (Nace Q86) increased by 20% between 2008 and 2023 compared to only 5% increase in total…
Positive Occupational Health Psychology
There is growing movement among researchers and practitioners in occupational health psychology for a more integrated and comprehensive approach to workplace health. This comprehensive approach…
Introduction
Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a severe disorder consisting of a widespread range of symptoms following a traumatic event which exceeds the person's coping skills. Some occupational groups (like fire-…
Introduction
Presenteeism as a concept is increasing in importance in the work environment. It occurs when workers go to work when ill and are unable to perform effectively due to their ill health. Due to this loss in productivity,…
Background
At the level of the EU, the Framework Directive on Safety and Health at Work (89/391/EEC) covers all kinds of risks, including psychosocial ones, and lays down the main principles of prevention and protection against them…
Introduction
The article will describe factors of influence on return to work RTW and evidence-based interventions that enhance return to work (RTW) after sick leave due to common mental health disorders (CMD). First the concepts of…
Introduction
Burnout has been defined as a prolonged response to chronic emotional and interpersonal stresses on the job[1]. It manifests itself as exhaustion, cynicism, and diminished professional efficacy. There is a risk of…
