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Social relationships in the workplace.

J Chadsey1, S Beyer

  • 1University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 288 Education, 1310 S. 6th Street, Champaign, IL 61820, USA. chadsey@uiuc.edu

Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities Research Reviews
|June 5, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Workers with disabilities can build social connections at work. This study examines workplace social interactions, challenges faced by employees with disabilities, and strategies to improve social relationships.

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Area of Science:

  • Social Science
  • Disability Studies
  • Occupational Psychology

Background:

  • Increasing competitive employment for individuals with disabilities offers opportunities for workplace social relationships.
  • Positive outcomes associated with close social ties include enhanced happiness and reduced stress.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe social interaction types in work settings with employees with and without disabilities.
  • To discuss social challenges encountered by some workers with disabilities.
  • To outline intervention strategies for improving social relationships.

Main Methods:

  • Descriptive analysis of social interactions in diverse work environments.
  • Identification and discussion of social difficulties experienced by workers with disabilities.

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  • Categorization of intervention strategies into behavioral modification and natural support approaches.

    • Main Results:

    • Varied social interaction patterns observed between workers with and without disabilities.
    • Specific social problems faced by some employees with disabilities were identified.
    • Two main intervention categories, behavioral change and natural supports, were explored for their impact on social relationships.

    Conclusions:

    • Workplace social relationships are crucial for employees with disabilities.
    • Intervention strategies, focusing on behavioral changes and natural supports, can positively influence social dynamics.
    • Further research is needed to refine and evaluate these strategies for optimal outcomes.