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Cancer and careers: Perspectives and experiences of patients with differentiated thyroid cancer
Authors: Xu Jia Li , Wang Qing Yu , Meng Jing Yu , Pei Jia Qin , Zhang Li 
Published: February 2025

Background As new cases of differentiated thyroid cancer become younger and survival rates improve, young and middle-aged patients have become the main population with the disease. Therefore, most patients are in the developmental stage of work. Returning to work after cancer treatment has become common. Objective To explore the perceptions and experiences of patients with differentiated thyroid cancer about continuing to work after cancer. Methods Using the descriptive phenomenological research method, semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with 13 patients with differentiated thyroid cancer who entered the follow-up period, and the data were analyzed using the Colaizzi 7-step analysis method and managed with the help of Nvivo 11. Results The themes of work experience are as follows: necessary reasons for continuing to work: survival needs, supporting family, work for recovery; negative effects of disease in work status: distressing cancer symptoms, fear of disease recurrence, difficult choice between health and future, labeling of cancer patients; support and coping: family support, social support, professional information support. Conclusions Economic factors play an important role in differentiated thyroid cancer survivors’ choice to continue working. Patients who are currently in a work status have some distress, but to some extent, the work status facilitates survival and treatment. Multidisciplinary and individualized medical interventions, as well as employer and policy support, can help to mitigate the harm caused by cancer diagnosis and treatment and promote patients’ continued work and improved quality of life.
Mistrust among injured immigrant workers: A conceptual framework
Authors: Arsenault Maude , Côté Daniel , Dubé Jessica 
Published: February 2025

Background In Quebec, injured workers have access to medical assistance, wage replacement indemnities, and rehabilitation measures, with most injuries resolved easily. However, a small percentage of cases require a lengthy rehabilitation process, which is particularly complex when involving immigrants. The therapeutic alliance is at the heart of the process, involving mutual trust and confidence and a degree of consensus about the therapeutic interventions to be used and, ultimately, the return to work. Objective This article delves into the concept of mistrust as more than the absence of trust, and sheds light on its role in the rehabilitation process of immigrant workers. Method Drawing from a literature review on mistrust of immigrants in the healthcare setting and comprehensive studies on the rehabilitation process, a conceptual framework for understanding mistrust in this context is proposed. Results Vulnerable situations, such as precarious employment and/or temporary immigration status, create fertile ground for mistrust. Negative experiences with healthcare professionals or systems further exacerbate mistrust, as do social stigmas within the rehabilitation system. Cross-cultural miscommunications such as differences in communication styles or beliefs about illnesses further complicate matters, emphasizing the need for culturally sensitive approaches. Conclusion Addressing mistrust requires understanding its origins and consequences, as well as providing guidelines for practitioners to enable them to recognize and manage it effectively. Further research is crucial to deepen our understanding of mistrust among immigrant workers and develop strategies for promoting trust and cooperation throughout the rehabilitation process.
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among workers in the brass-metal industry
Authors: Chellappa Vigneshkumar , Victor Rajesh Rithin , Prakash Jyoti 
Published: February 2025

Background Brass-metal operations hold a longstanding tradition as one of the oldest cottage industries in India. In this industry, workers engage in physically demanding tasks, and the nature of the job often leads workers to assume various non-optimal postures, which can contribute to the development of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Objectives This study aimed to recognize the significant operations involved in the brass-metal industry and identify the prevalence of MSD symptoms in different body parts of brass-metal workers. Further, this study assessed the risk of MSDs associated with brass-metal operations. Methods This study followed a mixed-method approach. First, onsite observations and surveys were adopted to recognize the activities involved in the brass-metal industry. Second, the body map was used to identify the prevalence of MSDs among brass-metal workers. Next, the Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) method evaluated the worker's postures. Results The study's findings indicate a high prevalence of MSD symptoms among brass-metal workers. Furthermore, the workers involved in the clay mixing task were at high risk of developing MSDs. The most frequently affected body parts of workers involved in the brass-metal operations were shoulders, trunk, neck, legs, wrists, and hip/buttocks. Conclusion The study provides compelling evidence supporting the need for work-cycle modifications and ergonomic design interventions to address the symptoms of MSDs experienced by brass-metal workers. The findings will serve as a valuable basis for developing guidelines and designing targeted interventions focused on preventing MSDs and enhancing the overall well-being of workers in the brass-metal industry.
The relationship between young adults’ time use, occupational diversity, and occupational balance
Authors: Yaman Hülya , Bilsel Beyza Aslı 
Published: February 2025

Background Research has shown that work-life balance is not only about job satisfaction and performance. It is also related to a good occupational balance. In this way, a balanced working pattern can improve health. The impact of smartphones, which have become ubiquitous in contemporary society, on this balance is a topic of ongoing debate. Objective This study aims to investigate the relationship between time use, smartphone use, occupational balance, and occupational self-competence among working young people and university students. The findings of this study may contribute to the development of effective strategies to improve the work-life balance of young people who are either working or about to start their working life. Methods The study involved 158 healthy young adults. The research instruments used included a socio-demographic information form, the Modified Occupational Questionnaire, the Occupational Self-Assessment, and the Turkish Occupational Balance Questionnaire. The results were then analyzed using SPSS 24.0. Results A significant relationship was found between the time allocated to sleep and occupational balance ( p = 0.009), as well as between the time allocated to work and productive activities and occupational self-competence ( p = 0.010). Furthermore, a statistically significant relationship was found between the duration of smartphone usage and occupational balance ( p = 0.04). Conclusion The study emphasizes occupational balance as an important concept for identifying and addressing time use problems among young workers and university students. The study suggests that achieving work-life balance requires consideration of the positive effects of time allocated sleep and the negative effects of smartphone use.
A conceptual framework for defining work disparities: A case of nurses in long term care
Authors: Shaw Lynn , Masood Mehvish , Neufeld Kimberly , Connelly Denise M , Stanley Meagan , Guitar Nicole A , Garnett Anna , Nikkhou Anahita 
Published: February 2025

Background Increasing the recruitment and retention of nurses within long-term care (LTC) is a growing challenge faced by the healthcare community. Addressing this problem will require a greater understanding of the day-to-day experiences of nurses, including the disparities and unequal treatment experienced by this group of workers (e.g., pay parity, discrimination, and unfair job demands). However, while there is a need to better understand work disparities faced by nurses, a formalized definition and framework for examining work disparities do not exist within the literature. Objective To create a conceptual framework to define and analyze work disparities experienced by nurses in LTC. Methods This analysis was conducted in adherence to Podsakoff et al.'s four-stage series of recommendations. A partial survey of the literature and operationalizations of work disparities were analyzed to create a core list of attributes of work disparities among nurses in LTC. A definition and framework for classifying work disparities were then posited through a dialogic process and refined by testing on two studies. Results A definition of work disparities was posited and four categories of work disparities were identified: job security, work compensation, work opportunities, and workplace treatment. A matrix for classifying the variables of work disparities and comparator groups was refined. Conclusion With the increasing recognition of unequal treatment of nurses in LTC, this framework can enable further research within this area to support and enhance opportunities for the retention and health of the LTC workforce.
Hearing loss prediction equation for Iranian truck drivers using neural network algorithm
Authors: Esmaeili Reza , Aghapanah Hamed , Ghasemian Hamideh , Ashouri Maryam , Nakhaei pour Mojtaba , Alboghobeish Ali , jalali Mahdi , Ghotbi Negar , Esmaeili Sayed Vahid 
Published: February 2025

Background:  Given the high prevalence of hearing loss among truck drivers, using artificial neural networks (ANNs) to predict and detect contributing factors early can aid managers significantly. Objective:  This study aimed to predict hearing loss using an ANN algorithm and to evaluate the weight and influence of various factors affecting hearing loss among truck drivers. Methods:  A total of 692 truck drivers were selected for the study. Their occupational exposure histories were collected to identify factors influencing their hearing loss. The impact and weight of each factor were measured, and an ANN algorithm was used to model and predict the degree of hearing loss. Results:  The assessment of hearing loss among truck drivers revealed a prevalence of 59.98% in the right ear and 64.74% in the left ear. The most significant average hearing loss in both ears occurred at frequencies of 6000 and 8000 Hz. According to the ANN model, age and the frequency of 2000 Hz had the greatest impact on hearing loss, while sound pressure level (SPL) had the least impact. Additionally, the relationship between overall hearing loss and the type of heavy truck indicated that drivers of HOWO brand trucks experienced the highest degree of hearing loss compared to other drivers. Conclusions:  This study demonstrates that the ANN algorithm is a promising tool for predicting hearing impairments caused by noise exposure among truck drivers.
Bridging the gap between cognitive tasks and abilities
Authors: Percy Tania L. M. , Matheson Leonard N. 
Published: February 2025

Background This is the next entry in the WORK “Bridging the Gap” series. It continues the case study by describing procedures and methods used by occupational therapists in work-oriented neurorehabilitation to help clients bridge the gap between their work tasks and their abilities, using information from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). Objective To demonstrate the potential of integrating O*NET information with occupational therapy procedures and practices. Methods A competitive employment disability case study provided the context for an interdisciplinary work-oriented reflective practice and dialogic inquiry approach to post-professional mentoring involving the authors and a fictional client's occupational therapist. The dialogue focuses on integrating information from O*NET about the target job's tasks and necessary abilities to improve client-centered practice for persons focused on returning to competitive employment. Results In this case study, O*NET information facilitated return-to-work planning and the selection of evaluation and therapy tools. Information about the client's job tasks found in O*NET was used to set a detailed vocational ecological context for work-oriented services, beginning with the intake interview. Concerns about the use of self-report data were addressed. Screening for executive dysfunction with the BRIEF questionnaire guided clinical focus on O*NET cognitive ability variables. Conclusions This case study shows how O*NET empirical data can improve the relevance of Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment for individuals aiming to return to competitive employment. The study illustrates how O*NET data can help guide occupational therapy intervention by addressing clients’ specific concerns about potential limitations in their ability to perform job tasks.
Initial assessment of musculoskeletal disorders and ergonomics risk factors among laboratory workers, Kuala Lumpur
Authors: Mohd Suadi Nata Dayana Hazwani , Azlan Hisham Nurhannah , Mohamad Jamil Putri Anis Syahira 
Published: February 2025

Background Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are work-related injuries that can impact the movement or function of the human body's musculoskeletal system. Objective This study aims to assess musculoskeletal disorders and ergonomic risk factors (awkward posture and repetitive motions) among laboratory workers. Methods 49 laboratory workers were assessed in this cross-sectional study. MSD prevalence was evaluated using the Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire (CMDQ). Awkward posture was assessed with the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) approach, and repetitive motion was evaluated using the Assessment of Repetitive Tasks (ART) Tools. The data was analysed using SPSS Version 26.0. Results MSDs were most prevalent in the neck (91.8%), followed by the left shoulder (87.5%), right shoulder (85.7%), and lower back (85.7%) in the past week. The level of ergonomic risk for awkward posture is high risk (RULA score = 7), although most repetitive motion tasks indicate low risk (ART score <11). There is a significant correlation between the frequency of MSD and risk factors such age, gender, and shift employment. Conclusions It is recommended to implement ergonomic approaches, such as modifying workstations to promote good body postures during jobs, to decrease the likelihood of musculoskeletal problems among laboratory workers.
How challenge and hindrance research stressors impact research performance and well-being of college teachers: Psychological capital as a key moderator
Authors: Tian Xiaoming , Wang Guoxuan , Li Rui 
Published: February 2025

Background With the development of the knowledge economy and technological advancements, universities are increasingly emphasizing the research performance of their faculty. This has resulted in unprecedented stress levels among college teachers globally. Objective This study investigates the influence of research stressors on the performance and psychological well-being of college teachers, drawing upon the challenge-hindrance stressor framework and conservation of resources theory. Method A two-wave time-lagged sample of 177 matched dyads (college teachers and their research secretaries) was utilized. Results Challenge research stressors positively impacted research performance through problem-focused coping. Hindrance stressors negatively impacted research performance and psychological well-being through emotion-focused coping. Psychological capital moderated these relationships, amplifying the positive effects of challenge stressors and mitigating the negative effects of hindrance stressors. Conclusion The study highlights the importance of coping strategies and psychological capital in managing research stressors, with implications for enhancing research performance and well-being among college teachers.
Teacher's organizational citizenship behavior in the context of personality traits, well-being and employment uncertanity
Authors: Todorović Dušan , Jovanović Dragana 
Published: February 2025

Background As change management in schools is considered a matter of great importance, a deeper understanding and analysis of the organizational behavior of employees is a prerequisite for effectively managing educational institutions that strive for high quality in competitiveness. Therefore, this work pays great attention to the organizational citizenship behavior of teachers, which is viewed through the prism of personality traits, well-being, and job insecurity. Objective The aim of this research was to examine whether there are differences in the personality traits, work orientations, subjective well-being and perceived employment uncertainty between the teachers with pronounced OCB and those with low level of OCB. Also, potential predictive value of this variables and OCB of teacher was tested. Methods The research sample consisted of 982 teachers employed in primary schools. A canonical discriminant analysis was applied to determine whether it would be possible to distinguish between teachers who are characterized by pronounced organizational citizenship behavior and those who do not, based on a set of variables that consist of personality traits, organizational orientation, well-being, employment uncertainty, income satisfaction, duration of employment and education level. Results Results show that teachers with high scores of OCB (Altruism, Courtesy, Civic virtue, Sportsmanship behavior, Conscientiousness) are characterized by highly pronounced traits (Honesty, Conscientiousness, Agreeableness) followed by an orientation toward advancing in the hierarchy of an organization, and thus a higher level of subjective well-being. Conclusions It's clear that teachers’ responsibility, commitment and inventiveness to their roles could be crucial factors for realization of educational values and goals. Bearing in mind that teachers are the basis of overall functioning of human resources in school and that they are more flexible and creative than technological and structural school's resources, they could be seen as main resource for raising the level of school organization effectiveness and productivity and the quality of education in general.
Do you feel betrayed? Exploring the impact of workplace-induced loneliness on interactions with varied social structures
Authors: Liu Yankuan , Rau Pei-Luen Patrick 
Published: February 2025

Background Workplace loneliness is an escalating concern, affecting employee well-being and productivity. Understanding its impact on social interactions and decision-making within professional settings is crucial for developing effective interventions. Objective This study aims to explore how workplace-induced loneliness influences individuals’ interactions with social groups, individuals, and computer programs, and to assess the behavioral, cognitive, and emotional outcomes of these interactions. To explain these observed phenomena, the Workplace Loneliness-Driven Social Response (WL-SR) model is proposed. Methods A dark factory decision-making experiment was designed and conducted, where participants underwent loneliness induction before engaging in tasks that required interactions with different social structures. The study measured changes in trust, emotional responses, neural activities, and decision-making processes to evaluate the impact of loneliness. Results The findings indicate that loneliness significantly increases distrust and dishonesty in interactions with social groups, leading to higher dissatisfaction and negative emotional responses. Conversely, interactions with a social individual were marked by increased reliability and more positive attributions, which mitigated feelings of loneliness. The WL-SR model, integrating stress-related fight-or-flight and tend-and-befriend responses, elucidates these outcomes. Conclusions This study reveals how workplace loneliness affects trust and social interactions in professional settings. It highlights the negative impact on group interactions and the potential for individual interactions to reduce loneliness. The findings contribute to the understanding of how human psychology interacts with digital communication in the workplace, emphasizing the role of computers in mediating responses to loneliness.
Research on the relationship between environmental servant leadership, employee environmental proactivity, employee environmental creativity and organizational environmental citizenship behavior
Authors: Han Yang , Ren Weiwei , Tang Bo 
Published: February 2025

Background Under the background of increasingly prominent climate and environmental problems, as well as the goals of emission peak and carbon neutrality, integrating the concept of environmental protection into leadership work is becoming a hot topic for theoretical researchers and management practitioners. Objective This study aims to explore the relationship between environmental servant leadership, employee environmental proactivity, employee environmental creativity and organizational environmental citizenship behavior. Methods Based on social cognition theory, conservation of resources theory and self-determination theory, environmental servant leadership was used as an independent variable, with employee environmental proactivity as a mediating variable and employee environmental creativity and organizational environmental citizenship behavior as dependent variables. An integrated theoretical framework was constructed. SPSS23 and AMOS23 were used for statistical analysis, and structural equation models were constructed to empirically test 363 leader–employee pairing data from mechanical, IT and pharmaceutical organizations. Results The statistical results show the following: environmental servant leadership has a significant positive influence on employee environmental proactivity (β = 0.381, p < 0.01); employee environmental proactivity positively influences employee environmental creativity (β = 0.267, p < 0.01) and organizational environmental citizenship behavior (β = 0.345, p < 0.01); environmental servant leadership directly influences employee environmental creativity (β = 0.249, p < 0.01) and organizational environmental citizenship behavior (β = 0.353, p < 0.01). Employee environmental proactivity partly mediates the influence of environmental servant leadership on employee environmental creativity and organizational environmental citizenship behavior. Conclusion This indicates that environmental servant leadership not only directly influences employee environmental creativity and organizational environmental citizenship behavior but also indirectly influences the two dependent variables through employee environmental proactivity. Therefore, organizations must adopt environmental servant leadership and stimulate employee environmental proactivity to enhance employee environmental creativity and organizational environmental citizenship behavior.