{"title":"The effect of counseling services provided in rehabilitation centers on parents' caregiving burden and quality of life.","authors":"Mehmet Uçar, Rukuye Aylaz","doi":"10.1177/10519815251319235","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10519815251319235","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundThe presence of person with disabilities may have a negative impact on the quality of life and caregiving responsibilities of the parent. Staff at rehabilitation centers face a variety of stressors and workloads. It is essential to implement initiatives that alleviate the caregiving burden and enhance the quality of life for parents.ObjectiveThe study aimed to examine the effect of health promotion model based counseling services on caregiving burden and quality of life in parents of person with disabilities.MethodsThis randomized control study was conducted on 110 parents in 6 Rehabilitation Centers. Parents in the experimental group were counseled, and control group were not. Caregiving burden levels were evaluated using the Zarit Caregiver Burden Scale and quality of life levels evaluated at the beginning and end of the study using the Quality of Life Scale.ResultsA statistically significant difference was found in the large effect size between the ZCBS and SF-36 pre-test and post-test mean scores of the experimental group. The health promotion model based counseling service was effective in increasing parents' quality of life and reducing caregiving burden.ConclusionWe described a high caregiving burden and low quality of life levels in parents of person with disabilities. Counseling was effective to reduce caregiving burden and increase quality of life. Education and counseling are the primary roles of nurses. An appropriate health professional, especially a public health nurse, be present during the counseling process, providing ongoing services to parents of person with disabilities.</p>","PeriodicalId":51373,"journal":{"name":"Work-A Journal of Prevention Assessment & Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":"2763-2773"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143694327","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jelena S Ivaz, Aleksandra N Fedajev, Dejan V Petrović, Saša S Stojadinović, Dragan M Zlatanović, Pavle Z Stojković, Milan S Stajić, Mladen B Radovanović
{"title":"Towards safer mines: Analyzing occupational health and safety perceptions and injury patterns in Serbian underground mining.","authors":"Jelena S Ivaz, Aleksandra N Fedajev, Dejan V Petrović, Saša S Stojadinović, Dragan M Zlatanović, Pavle Z Stojković, Milan S Stajić, Mladen B Radovanović","doi":"10.1177/10519815251314661","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10519815251314661","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundMining is a high-risk sector, particularly in underground environments, where workers face daily hazards. This research evaluates workplace safety perceptions in Serbian underground coal mines, ranking workers by education, age, and job role, while incorporating injury data to provide a comprehensive assessment of safety across different worker groups.ObjectiveThis study is aimed at analyses of the correlation between occupational health and safety (OHS) perceptions and the injury index across different worker groups, to identify improvement opportunities and propose targeted measures for enhancing OHS practices.MethodsThe PROMETHEE II method categorized workers based on production units, qualifications, and age, focusing on criteria like protective equipment, work conditions, risk awareness, management, work organization, and training. The entropy method provided objective weightings for these criteria, allowing for comparison with injury index rankings to establish priorities for improvement.ResultsŠtavalj and Vrška Čuka ranked highest in OHS perception. Workers with MSc/Dr qualifications displayed heightened awareness of safety, while those aged 56 to 65 exhibited the best understanding of health and safety. Spearman rank correlation coefficients revealed a strong negative correlation (-0.796) for production units, a strong positive correlation (0.70) for qualifications, and a very strong positive correlation (0.90) for age concerning PROMETHEE II rankings and injury index indicators.ConclusionsThe disparities between worker perception rankings and injury index rankings suggest opportunities for targeted safety improvements and enhanced training protocols.</p>","PeriodicalId":51373,"journal":{"name":"Work-A Journal of Prevention Assessment & Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":"2530-2546"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143460807","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mengya Zhu, Cong Sun, Min Zhao, Jingluan Wang, Dengkai Chen
{"title":"How to rate the vehicle cockpit seat usage experience? A computational method based on embodied cognition theory.","authors":"Mengya Zhu, Cong Sun, Min Zhao, Jingluan Wang, Dengkai Chen","doi":"10.1177/10519815251320272","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10519815251320272","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundVehicle cockpit seats are an important part of a car's interior. A superior vehicle cockpit seat usage experience plays a vital role in enhancing consumers' driving experience.ObjectiveThe objective of this study is to identify the factors influencing the vehicle cockpit seats usage experience, clarify the importance of each factor, and develop a quantitative evaluation model.MethodsBased on the theory of embodied cognition, this study develops a dynamic experience system for vehicle cockpit seats and divides the experience of vehicle cockpit seats into comfort experience, safety experience, functional experience and interaction experience. This study used semi-structured interviews to investigate the factors influencing the usage experience of vehicle cockpit seats among 50 experienced users. Finally, by comprehensively applying the hierarchical analysis method, the Delphi method, and D-number theory, we constructed an evaluation model of vehicle cockpit seats based on expert opinion and experience and analyzed the importance of each influencing factor.ResultsThe results showed that seat safety experience had the greatest impact on vehicle cockpit seat usage experience followed by the comfort experience. The seat structure, seat mechanical performance, preventive protection and physical buttons were found to have relatively strong effects.ConclusionThe study underscores the design and optimization of vehicle cockpit seats should prioritize safety and comfort, as these factors are critical to enhancing the overall experience for drivers and passengers. Car manufacturers and designers can use these insights to improve seat ergonomics, usability, and protection features, ultimately contributing to a more comfortable and secure driving environment.</p>","PeriodicalId":51373,"journal":{"name":"Work-A Journal of Prevention Assessment & Rehabilitation","volume":"81 2","pages":"2695-2712"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144152778","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alexander W Mbuya, Innocent B Mboya, Hadija H Semvua, Simon H Mamuya, Rachel N Manongi, Sia E Msuya
{"title":"Perceptions and awareness on dust and radon exposures and it's effect among tanzanite mine workers in northern Tanzania.","authors":"Alexander W Mbuya, Innocent B Mboya, Hadija H Semvua, Simon H Mamuya, Rachel N Manongi, Sia E Msuya","doi":"10.1177/10519815251320278","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10519815251320278","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundOccupational diseases are somehow attributed to unsafe behaviors by the workers. Low awareness on the effects of exposure to mining dust and negative perceptions on preventive behaviors among workers are among factors linked to unsafe work condition.ObjectiveThe study objective was to explore awareness and perceptions of miners on exposure to occupational dust in relation to lung health.MethodsThe study used phenomenological design involving 44 study participants selected purposefully from the 22 randomly selected mining pits. Participants were interviewed using an in-depth interview (IDI) guide. Transcripts were cleaned in Microsoft Office Word document (Microsoft<sup>®</sup> Word for Mac) and analysed using Dedoose Ver. 9.2.005. Information was coded then analysed and categorized into specific themes.ResultsMore than 88% of participants perceived the working condition to be unsafe mostly due to dust. Quote, '<i>coughers are many, …but most don't seek health services as they claim to be okay'.</i> About 50% of the participants were aware of dust harmful effects, among them 40% were aware of silica and silicosis, and that the disease is untreatable. None of the participants was aware of radon gas.ConclusionsHealth education programs to improve awareness of the negative health effects of exposure to dust and radon gas, dust suppression mechanisms and personal protection should be strengthened.</p>","PeriodicalId":51373,"journal":{"name":"Work-A Journal of Prevention Assessment & Rehabilitation","volume":"81 2","pages":"2782-2790"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144152782","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The burnout assessment tool (BAT): Validation in the Spanish population.","authors":"Aida Soriano, Hiacynta Warsicka, Jose M Peiró","doi":"10.1177/10519815251320276","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10519815251320276","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundBurnout has traditionally been viewed as a syndrome consisting of exhaustion, cynicism, and inefficacy, mainly assessed with the Maslach Burnout Inventory. Deep changes at work and workers' experience during the last decades have risen, and conceptual and methodological difficulties within the MBI have become apparent. The Burnout Assessment Tool (BAT) has been recently developed to overcome these flaws.ObjectiveThe present study aims to validate the BAT, in the Spanish population.MethodsWe used two samples (131 and 455 Spanish workers). Its psychometric properties were analyzed by testing its reliability, factorial validity, and convergent validity.ResultsResults showed excellent reliability. CFA results supported the internal structure of the BAT. Finally, convergent validity was obtained as BAT total score significantly correlated with health, anxiety, work ability, and turnover intention.ConclusionsThe present research shows evidence that the BAT can be considered as an adequate tool to measure burnout in Spanish workers.</p>","PeriodicalId":51373,"journal":{"name":"Work-A Journal of Prevention Assessment & Rehabilitation","volume":"81 2","pages":"2791-2800"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144152797","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Workplace accommodations for low-wage workers: A scoping review.","authors":"Randi McArthur, Jessica Williams, Shawn Kneipp","doi":"10.1177/10519815241312597","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10519815241312597","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundLow-wage workers carry a disproportionate burden of chronic condition morbidity due to their overall socioeconomic disadvantage and the risks accrued from low-wage work environments. Studies show low-wage work is linked to more occupational hazards, higher physical demands, more stress, lack of access to health insurance coverage and paid sick leave, and poverty - all of which result in poorer health. Work accommodations are modifications in the workplace setting that can help minimize health-related work limitations, and in some countries, employers are required to make \"reasonable accommodations,\" by law, for workers with chronic health conditions.ObjectiveThe purpose of this scoping review is to identify what is known about work accommodations for low-wage workers globally.MethodsA systematic search of literature, using the PRISMA-ScR protocol, was conducted in PubMed, CINAHL, and Scopus databases through July 2024. Screening and data abstraction were performed by two independent reviewers. Studies that incorporated work accommodations as a variable and provided findings specific to low-wage workers were included.ResultsThe search produced 473 citations; 14 met inclusion criteria. Health conditions represented were variable. Most studies used descriptive designs, and over half used a qualitative approach.ConclusionMore studies are needed reflecting low-wage workers' requests for and receipt of work accommodations. Work accommodations may be an important target for intervention among populations with chronic health conditions towards reducing morbidity, work limitations, and health inequities.</p>","PeriodicalId":51373,"journal":{"name":"Work-A Journal of Prevention Assessment & Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":"2444-2457"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12116235/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143460896","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Effects of four-week mindfulness training on job pressure, burnout, and coping strategies in sports coaches: A randomised controlled trial.","authors":"Qianqian Tian, Liang Cheng","doi":"10.1177/10519815251317310","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10519815251317310","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundThis study addresses the gap in evidence-based interventions for work stress, burnout, and coping strategies among sports coaches, which are critical for their psychological health and performance.ObjectiveThis study aimed to evaluate the novel application of a mindfulness training program to alleviate stress, burnout, and enhance coping strategies among sports coaches.MethodsSixty-one coaches were randomly assigned to an experimental (n = 30) and control group (n = 31). The experimental group completed a four-week, twice-weekly 90-min mindfulness training. Assessments included the five facets mindfulness questionnaire (FFMQ) and measures of job pressure, burnout, and coping strategies, with analyses of correlations and linear regressions between mindfulness and these factors.ResultsThe FFMQ correlated negatively with various stressors (R ranging from -0.331 to -0.943, p < 0.001) and burnout indicators (R = -0.414 to -0.480, p < 0.001). Job pressure predicted mindfulness levels (β = -0.973), with a predictive model: Y = 206.275-0.973 * job pressure. The experimental group's FFMQ scores rose by 13.9% at week four (p = 0.003), with reductions in job pressure, external competition, and negative coping (7.4%, 20.3%, and 18.1% respectively, p < 0.05). They also outperformed the control group in FFMQ scores and stress measures at week four (p < 0.05).ConclusionA four-week mindfulness program significantly enhances mindfulness, reduces job stress, burnout, and negative coping among sports coaches, underscoring its potential as an evidence-based intervention for improving work performance and mental health.</p>","PeriodicalId":51373,"journal":{"name":"Work-A Journal of Prevention Assessment & Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":"2631-2639"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143460622","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The effect of humanistic behavior skills in nursing practice on caregiving competence.","authors":"Mehmet Kaplan, Feride Kaplan, Hanife Çelik","doi":"10.1177/10519815241312603","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10519815241312603","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundThe need for care of patients is increasing day by day as societies age. In parallel with the increase in the need for care, the adequacy of the care provided and the factors affecting it gain importance.ObjectiveThis study aims to determine the effect of nurses' humanistic behavior skills on caregiving competence and the factors affecting it.MethodsThe study sample consisted of 445 nurses working in a state hospital and selected by random sampling method. The study data were collected between January and April 2023. Face-to-face interview method was used to collect the data. The questionnaire application was conducted in a period of approximately 15-20 min. The nurse information form including demographic characteristics, the humanistic behavior skills in nursing practice scale (HPAN) and the caregiving competence scale were used to collect the data.ResultsThe nurses' humanistic behavior skills affected their caregiving competence by 0.082. HPAN and age had an effect size of 0.084 on caregiving competence; HPAN, age and gender had an effect size of 0.124 in the triad model; HPAN, age, gender and average overtime worked in a month had an effect size of 0.136 in the quad model.ConclusionsIt was determined that as the humanistic behavior skills of the nurses increased, their caregiving competence also improved. The humanistic behavioral skills of the nurses affect care giving competence at a rate of 8.2%. In addition, age, gender, overtime work and working years also affect care giving competence.</p>","PeriodicalId":51373,"journal":{"name":"Work-A Journal of Prevention Assessment & Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":"2547-2552"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143460771","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Factors associated with increased work participation in aged and mildly impaired persons.","authors":"Corina Oancea, Anicuta Cernamoriti, Rodica Simona Capraru, Florina Georgeta Popescu, Sorina Maria Aurelian, Despina Mihaela Gherman","doi":"10.1177/10519815251319997","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10519815251319997","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundVocational rehabilitation is a well-established field that attracts constant interest. The law provides incentives for beneficiaries and employers. A distinct population group is emerging in the context of current demographic changes: older workers with chronic conditions and impaired functional capacity which are prone to less working years.ObjectiveThis study aimed to assess possible impact factors on maintaining a long-term professional activity in aged people with mild functional impairments.MethodsTwo hundred and seventy-one patients admitted to The National Institute for Medical Assessment and Work Capacity Rehabilitation Bucharest for work capacity evaluation were included in the survey. An observational study was designed to describe their vocational skills and to integrate interests and abilities to work counselling using a person-centred approach.ResultsGender (p = 0.003), marital status (p < 0.001), residence (p < 0.001), level of education (p < 0.001), type of occupation (p < 0.001), and multiple qualifications (p = 0.001) were related to longer working experience. Multiskilling, job fit, and residence were favourable features for a shorter interruption of the activity (p < 0.001, p = 0.031, p = 0.016, respectively). An investigative profile was found for higher education (p = 0.002) and intellectual jobs (p = 0.002), while a social profile was associated with a lower level of education (p = 0.012) and unskilled jobs (p = 0.031). Men had a significantly greater percentage of realistic (p = 0.002) and investigative profiles (p = 0.010). Women had significantly greater artistic (p < 0.001) and conventional (p = 0.047) profiles.ConclusionsVarious factors were associated with work participation. Occupational gender segregation was found, and differences in vocational interest were identified for different levels of education and occupational groups.</p>","PeriodicalId":51373,"journal":{"name":"Work-A Journal of Prevention Assessment & Rehabilitation","volume":" ","pages":"2726-2737"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144050356","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}