Nature-Based Stress Management Course for Individuals at Risk of Adverse Health Effects from Work-Related Stress—Effects on Stress Related Symptoms, Workability and Sick Leave (original) (raw)

“…Whereas acute and chronic stresses due to occupational stress were found to be major risk factors, particularly for the development and progression of coronary artery disease, job strain was found to be associated with coronary heart disease and hypertension risks (Subramanian & Nithyanandan, 2009). Disturbed sleep, physical illness, and mental ill health such as burnout, depression, and/or anxiety have been associated with long-term stress exposure of employees, influencing a decreased ability for potential recovery (Glise et al, 2012;Nixon et al, 2011;Sahlin, Ahlborg, Matuszczyk, & Grahn, 2014). Somatic symptoms, such as job anxiety and turnover intention, are also prevalent effects of prolonged stress (Sahlin et al, 2014;Vahle-Hinz et al, 2014).…”

Section: Effects Of Occupational Stress On Individuals and Organizationsmentioning