Facilitating detachment from work: A systematic review, evidence-based recommendations, and guide for future research
Anastasiia Agolli1, Brian C Holtz1
1Fox School of Business, Temple University.
Journal of Occupational Health Psychology
|May 4, 2023
Summary
Psychological detachment from work is crucial for employee well-being and performance in demanding jobs. Understanding factors that help or hinder this recovery experience is key for organizational health.
Area of Science:
- Organizational Psychology
- Occupational Health Psychology
- Human Resources Management
Background:
- Modern workplaces present challenges like high demands, constant connectivity, and work-life blur.
- Employee health and well-being are critical concerns for organizational researchers.
- Psychological detachment from work is a vital recovery process for health, well-being, and performance.
Conclusions:
- Psychological detachment is essential for employee recovery and resilience in contemporary work environments.
- Organizations can implement strategies to facilitate detachment, improving employee well-being and performance.
- Further research is needed to deepen the understanding of employee detachment dynamics.
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