[Return to work enablers for workers with work-related mental illness]

Area of Science:

• Occupational Health
• Psychiatry
• Workplace Psychology

Background:

• Growing interest in managing work-related mental illnesses and supporting employee return-to-work.
• Need for evidence-based practices and interventions for affected workers.

Purpose of the Study:

• To systematically review interventions and practices that enhance return-to-work for individuals with labor-related mental illnesses.
• Identify key facilitators for successful reintegration into the workforce.

Main Methods:

• Systematic literature review methodology.
• Analysis of thirty selected articles for in-depth examination of findings.

Main Results:

• Worker-related facilitators include self-efficacy, motivation, younger age, and better socioeconomic status.
• Workplace facilitators encompass strong communication, supervisor support, workload management, and positive work relations.
• Effective treatment involves a multidisciplinary approach, stress reduction, focus on psychosocial determinants, and timely healthcare.

Conclusions:

• Successful return-to-work necessitates continuous information exchange among healthcare providers, employers, and employees.
• Establishing shared therapeutic objectives is crucial for managing labor-related mental illnesses and facilitating return-to-work.