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Association between Sleep Problems and Sedentary Behaviors during Work among Korean Workers
Eunmi Lee1, Yujeong Kim2, Haeyoung Lee3
1Department of Nursing, Hoseo University, 20, Hoseo-ro 79, Asan 31499, Republic of Korea.
Iranian Journal of Public Health
|March 1, 2021
Summary
Prolonged sedentary work behavior significantly increases the risk of sleep problems in Korean workers. Interventions targeting workplace physical activity are crucial for improving sleep quality.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Sleep Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Sleep problems are a growing concern in the workforce.
- Sedentary work behaviors are increasingly prevalent.
- Understanding the link between work habits and sleep is vital for worker well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between workplace sedentary behaviors and sleep problems.
- To identify demographic and occupational factors associated with sleep disturbances among Korean workers.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional survey using data from the 5th Korean Working Conditions Survey (2017).
- Analysis of data from 50,205 Korean workers aged 15 and above.
- Statistical analysis included Pearson's correlation, chi-square tests, and logistic regression.
Main Results:
- Sleep problems were more common in females, older workers, those with lower education, and specific occupational groups (agricultural, fishery, elementary, service, sales).
- The odds of experiencing sleep problems were 5.547 times higher for individuals with longer durations of sedentary behavior, after controlling for general characteristics.
Conclusions:
- Longer durations of sedentary behavior during work are strongly associated with increased sleep problems.
- Workplace interventions focused on reducing sedentary time and promoting physical activity are recommended.
- Improving the work environment and providing education on physical activity can help mitigate sleep issues in sedentary workers.
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