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Measuring emotional variables in occupational performance: A scoping review
Hoojung Park1, Jisu Kim1, Subeen Jo1
1Department of Occupational Therapy, College of Medical Science, Jeonju University, Jeonju-si, Jeollabuk-do, Republic of Korea.
Work (Reading, Mass.)
|June 20, 2022
Summary
Understanding workplace stress is crucial. This study found that brain activity (BA) and heart rate variability (HRV) can help assess negative emotions, aiding in improving worker performance and safety.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Psychology
- Psychophysiology
- Human-Computer Interaction
Background:
- Workplace stress and negative emotions impact worker health and performance.
- Understanding emotional states is vital for technological advancement in the workplace.
- Increased interest in job-related psychology necessitates focus on workplace stress.
Purpose of the Study:
- Identify biological variables that can discriminate emotions affecting work outcomes.
- Explore the link between physiological signals and emotional states in a work context.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature search of Embase, PsychINFO, PubMed, and CINAHL databases.
- Review of studies published up to December 31, 2019, focusing on biological correlates of emotions.
Main Results:
- Brain activity (BA) and heart rate (HR)/heart rate variability (HRV) effectively assess negative emotions.
- BA, galvanic skin response (GSR), and salivary samples (SS) can identify both positive and negative emotions.
Conclusions:
- Future research should investigate measurement tools and bio-variables during task performance.
- Developing intervention strategies for work-related emotions can enhance efficiency and safety.
- Understanding and managing worker emotions can lead to improved client satisfaction.
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