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Stress Prevention and Stress Management Techniques VI

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[Organizational wellbeing: challenge and future foundation].

Paola Torri1, Emanuele Toniolo

  • 1MC Az. ULSS 18 Veneto.

Giornale Italiano Di Medicina Del Lavoro Ed Ergonomia
|November 11, 2010
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Summary

This study investigated organizational wellbeing and its link to workplace stress, burnout, and absenteeism. Findings suggest a need for improved organizational climate assessments to enhance worker health and safety.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Organizational Psychology
  • Public Health

Context:

  • A local healthcare unit (number 18, Veneto Region) addressed workplace bullying and psychological violence.
  • Joint committees were established for preventive and educational purposes, aligning with national labor contracts.
  • An occupational physician initiated an investigation into perceived work-related stress.

Purpose:

  • To assess the association between perceived work-related stress and negative health outcomes.
  • To evaluate the organizational climate within the unit.
  • To identify potential improvements for worker wellbeing and health promotion.

Summary:

  • An investigation utilized the Organisational Wellbeing questionnaire and the Social Reaction Inventory to measure stress.

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  • The study examined the relationship between stress, work accidents, absenteeism, and employee turnover.
  • Results informed proposals for enhanced organizational climate assessment and strategic health interventions.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the importance of organizational climate in preventing burnout and psychological harm.
    • Provides a framework for integrating health examinations with organizational wellbeing assessments.
    • Offers insights into operational and strategic pathways for workplace health promotion and prevention.