Relationship Between Work-Related Behavior and Experience Patterns and Health Impairments
Alexandra Jermolajew1, Beatrice Thielmann, Irina Böckelmann
1From the Institute of Occupational Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany.
Objective:
This study examines the relationship between work-related behaviors and experience patterns (AVEM) and health impairments (KOEPS) among employees in high-interaction occupations, focusing on gender and age differences.
Methods:
A total of 985 participants from five occupational groups were surveyed using standardized AVEM and KOEPS questionnaires. The data were analyzed according to age, gender, and occupation.
Results:
The total sample showed a balanced distribution of AVEM risk (A/B) and health-promoting patterns (G/S). Men were more likely to show health-promoting patterns; women were more likely to show risk patterns and to report greater impairment. Older employees reported fewer complaints than younger workers.
Conclusions:
The results emphasize the need for gender- and age-appropriate prevention strategies. A combination of individual support, workplace health promotion, and organizational measures is essential to reduce work-related health risks. Further longitudinal studies are recommended.
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