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[Stress among businessmen (author's transl)]
MMW, Munchener Medizinische Wochenschrift
|August 3, 1979
Summary
Independent businessmen in Switzerland experience significant business stress, with many reporting medium to strong stress levels. This study highlights the prevalence of stress in this demographic.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Psychology
- Sociology
Context:
- Focuses on independent businessmen in Switzerland, aged 24-67.
- Compares stress levels and medical treatment prevalence with employed men.
- Investigates lifestyle factors such as smoking, weight, and exercise.
Purpose:
- To investigate the prevalence and severity of stress problems among independent businessmen.
- To compare stress-related medical treatment rates between businessmen and employed men.
- To explore the relationship between stress and lifestyle factors in this population.
Summary:
- 118 independent businessmen reported varying stress levels, with 21% experiencing very great or great business stress.
- Medical treatment for stress conditions was noted in approximately one-third of diagnoses.
- Lifestyle factors included high rates of smoking (45%) and overweight (57%), contrasted with high exercise participation (91%).
Impact:
- Provides insights into the occupational health challenges faced by independent entrepreneurs.
- Highlights the need for targeted stress management interventions for self-employed individuals.
- Contributes to understanding the interplay of work stress, lifestyle, and health in a specific demographic.