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Occupational Health Psychology
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Job Stress
A chronic condition caused by the physical and psychological demands of the workplace that exceed an individual's resources to cope with them. Significance lies in its impact on employee health and productivity, potentially leading to burnout and health-related costs.
Work-Life Balance
The equilibrium or balance between the time spent on work and other aspects of life. It is significant for maintaining mental health, reducing stress, and improving job satisfaction and performance.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
Intervention programs provided by employers to help employees deal with personal problems that might adversely impact their work performance, health, and well-being. EAPs are significant as they contribute to a healthier, more productive workforce.
Ergonomics
The study of how people interact with their work environment and equipment, aimed at improving comfort, efficiency, safety, and productivity. Its significance lies in its potential to reduce work-related musculoskeletal disorders.
Burnout
A psychological syndrome emerging as a prolonged response to chronic interpersonal stressors on the job, characterized by exhaustion, cynicism, and a sense of inefficacy. Significance includes its detrimental effect on individuals' health and organizational effectiveness.
Occupational Stress Models
Theoretical frameworks that explain the nature, causes, and consequences of job stress, such as the Demand-Control model and the Effort-Reward Imbalance model. These models are significant in developing stress-prevention strategies in the workplace.
Workplace Bullying
Repeated, health-harming mistreatment of an employee by one or more employees, including threats, humiliation, intimidation, or work interference. Significant for its impact on mental health and job performance.
Job Satisfaction
The feeling of fulfillment or enjoyment that comes from work and is associated with positive work attitudes and behaviors. Its importance lies in its correlation with productivity, job retention, and mental health.
Workaholism
A behavioral pattern characterized by excessive involvement in work and an irresistible urge to work. Significance: Can lead to negative health outcomes and diminish overall quality of life.
Occupational Safety
The science and practice of anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of hazards that may cause injury or illness in the workplace. Its significance is in preventing accidents and ensuring the well-being of employees.
Psychosocial Work Environment
Aspects of the work environment that affect employees' psychological health and interaction, including job demands, social support, and control. Significant for its influence on mental health and organizational outcomes.
Telecommuting
A work arrangement that allows employees to work outside the traditional office environment based on the tasks they can complete through electronic communication. Significance lies in its potential benefits for work-life balance and reduced commuting stress.
Workplace Wellness Programs
Initiatives offered by employers to promote healthy behaviors and improve health outcomes among employees. These programs are significant in reducing healthcare costs and improving employee productivity and morale.
Absenteeism
The habitual non-presence at work, often without a good reason. It is significant because it can indicate underlying job dissatisfaction, health issues, or poor work conditions, and it impacts organizational productivity.
Presenteeism
The problem of employees coming to work despite having a sickness that justifies an absence, resulting in reduced productivity and potential spread of illness. Significant due to its impact on the employee's health and the health of coworkers.
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