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[Subjective perception of maladjustment risk factors]
M Salomone1, L Romano, A Esposito
1Dipartimento di Scienze Mediche Preventive Università degli Studi Federico II di Napoli.
Giornale Italiano Di Medicina Del Lavoro Ed Ergonomia
|April 16, 2008
Summary
Workplace maladjustment is linked to organizational and relational factors. This study found higher prevalence in females, influenced by age and caregiving, while males experienced it due to youth and marital status.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health Psychology
- Sociology of Work
Context:
- Workplace maladjustment stems from organizational and relational factors.
- Factors include working hours, job content, and business hierarchies.
- Prevalence and contributing factors differ between genders.
Purpose:
- To quantify disturbing factors in workers experiencing maladjustment.
- To analyze gender-based differences in maladjustment prevalence and perception.
- To identify specific risk factors contributing to workplace maladjustment.
Summary:
- The study surveyed 1382 white-collar workers (1117 males, 265 females) from January 2006 to June 2007.
- Maladjustment was more prevalent in females, exacerbated by age and family care.
- Youngest and unmarried males also showed higher maladjustment rates, with distinct perceived risks (wear/tear, authoritarianism for females; physical strain for males).
Impact:
- Highlights significant gender disparities in workplace maladjustment.
- Informs targeted interventions for diverse worker demographics.
- Emphasizes the need for gender-sensitive occupational health strategies.
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