Improved work organization can reduce health hazards. the psychosocial work environment is of great significance for both the body and the soul
Wahlstedt, K.G.I.
Lakartidningen 99(15): 1666-1670
2002
ISSN/ISBN: 0023-7205 PMID: 12025192 Document Number: 550968
It is possible to improve the health of employees by changing the organization of work towards a situation with reasonable psychological work demands, improved skill discretion and improved decision latitude. Improvements should also be directed towards increased social support to colleagues and superiors. Improvements in work organization can reduce not only musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, and sleep problems, but also sick leave and staff turnover. Occupational health physicians should have a crucial role in the implementation of these findings.