Navigating work and life- a qualitative exploration of managers' and employees' views of return-to-work after sick leave due to common mental disorders
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Returning to work after common mental disorders (CMDs) involves managing personal difficulties and requires strong social and organizational support. Facilitating a successful return-to-work process is key for employee well-being.
Area Of Science
- Occupational Health
- Psychiatry
- Sociology
Background
- Common mental disorders (CMDs) are a significant cause of sick leave, impacting both individuals and workplaces.
- Effective return-to-work (RTW) strategies require understanding diverse employee and manager perspectives.
- Integrating work and private life contexts is crucial for successful RTW after CMDs.
Purpose Of The Study
- To explore facilitators and barriers to return-to-work after sick leave due to common mental disorders.
- To examine RTW experiences from both employee and manager viewpoints.
- To consider the influence of work and private life domains on the RTW process.
Main Methods
- Qualitative study utilizing 27 semi-structured telephone interviews.
- Strategic sampling included 17 employees and 10 managers involved in RTW processes.
- Thematic analysis was applied to identify key themes in interview data.
Main Results
- Three core themes emerged: managing personal difficulties, experiencing social connectedness, and the impact of organizational support.
- Barriers and facilitators were identified within both employees' work and private life contexts.
- Findings highlight the importance of social support and a supportive work environment for RTW.
Conclusions
- Return-to-work after CMDs is a complex, ongoing process influenced by social, organizational, and societal factors.
- An interprofessional approach and organizational learning are vital for supporting employees and managers.
- Creating space for employee recovery during the workday can enhance RTW outcomes.
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