16 results on '"Wiezer, N."'
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2. How to manage restructuring to maintain employee well-being
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Pahlin, K., Mattila-Holappa, M., Nielsen, K., Wiezer, N., Widerszal-Bazyl, M., Jong, T., and Mockatto, Z.
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Organisation ,WH - Work & Health ,Work and Employment ,Workplace ,Healthy Living ,BSS - Behavioural and Societal Sciences - Published
- 2011
3. Restructuring and employee well-being. Main Facts
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Pahlin, K., Mattila-Holappa, M., Nielsen, K., Wiezer, N., Widerszal-Bazyl, M., Jong, T., and Mockatto, Z.
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Organisation ,WH - Work & Health ,Workplace ,BSS - Behavioural and Societal Sciences - Published
- 2011
4. Exploring the link between restructuring and employee well-being
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Wiezer, N., Nielsen, K., Pahlin, K., Widerszal-Bazyl, M., Jong, T. de, Mattila-Holappa, M., and Mockatto, Z.
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Organisation ,WH - Work & Health ,Workplace ,BSS - Behavioural and Societal Sciences - Published
- 2011
5. Steps Towards Sound Change – initiatives for ensuring employee well-being during restructuring
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Pahlin, K., Mattila-Holappa, M., Nielsen, K., Wiezer, N., Widerszal-Bazyl, M., Jong, T. de, and Mockatto, Z.
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Organisation ,WH - Work & Health ,Work and Employment ,Workplace ,Healthy Living ,BSS - Behavioural and Societal Sciences - Published
- 2011
6. Conditions for low stress-risk jobs: Europe's case
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Oeij, P.R.A., Dhondt, S., Wiezer, N., and TNO Kwaliteit van Leven
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Arbeidsproductiviteit ,Ergonomics - Abstract
The European situation of new forms of work organisation and stress risks in jobs are described against the ‘decentralisationhuman factor orientation model’, which discerns types of work organisation. ‘Flexible firms’ based on lean production have the highest probability of high strain jobs, predicting negative health effects. Among European employees, those working in high strain work organisations report the highest number of complaints with musculoskeletal problems, allergies and asthma and stress-related problems. Although new forms of work organisation are limited in occurrence, most of them tend towards lean production, indicating growing stress risks for employees. The authors suggest to reduce stress risks in jobs by redesigning those organisational conditions labelled as sources for these risks into work situations with a better balance in job demands and job control.
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- 2006
7. Organisational interventions to combat stress risks in the Netherlands : design oriented approach
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Oeij, P.R.A., Houtman, I.L.D., Vaas, S., Wiezer, N., and TNO Arbeid
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Psychische arbeidsbelasting ,Organisatiebeleid ,Arbeidsproductiviteit ,Nederland ,Geestelijke overbelasting ,Workplace ,Stress ,Ondernemingsbeleid - Abstract
The members of PEROSH, Partnership for European Research in Occupational Safety and Health, observed a need to enhance knowledge on the theme ‘Organisational interventions to combat psychosocial factors of stress’. A first step in doing so was to create opportunities to learn from each (participating) country about activities undertaken in this field. This paper is the Dutch contribution. The Combat Workstress Approach is discussed as the main example of approaches to combat psychosocial factors. Its central goal is to assess and eliminate the sources of problems in the work environment. Specific organisational interventions are organisational redesign and job redesign. The challenge of the method is that it combines possibilities to reduce stress risks and enhance an organisation’s performance at the same time. The method has elements that are of interest to other countries, which are quite well transferable.
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- 2004
8. European ways to combat psychosocial risks related to work organisation : towards organisational interventions?
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Oeij, P.R.A., Morvan, E., Houtman, I.L.D., Vaas, F., Wiezer, N., and TNO Arbeid
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Werkomstandigheden ,Arbeidsproductiviteit ,Beroepsziekten ,Pesten ,Geestelijke overbelasting ,Organisatie van de arbeid ,Stress ,Arbeidsomstandigheden ,Agressie ,Werkomgeving ,Mobbing ,EEG-landen ,Ergonomics ,Afwijkend gedrag - Abstract
From 24-26 November 2004, the 6h Annual Conference of the European Academy of Occupational Health Psychology ‘Healthy, Efficient & Productive Organisations’ was held in Oporto, Portugal. During this conference, the Workshop ‘Organisational interventions to combat psychosocial factors of stress’ was organised by PEROSH, Partnership for European Research in Occupational Safety and Health. This syllabus contains the separate papers of various European countries that were delivered to the workshop. In the introduction the outline of the ‘call for papers’ is summarized. Chapter 2 presents an overall analysis of all papers.
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- 2004
9. Tripod sigma: results of a pro-active work stress-survey
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Nelemans, R., Wiezer, N., Vaas, F., Gort, J., Groeneweg, J., and TNO Arbeid
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Werkomstandigheden ,fungi ,Arbeidsproductiviteit ,Werkomgeving ,Verhouding bedrijfsleiding werknemers ,Geestelijke overbelasting ,Modellenonderzoek ,Organisatie van de arbeid ,Workplace ,Stress ,Arbeidsomstandigheden - Abstract
Work related stress is an important causes of disability and absenteeism. TNO Work and Employment has developed an instrument, called Tripod Sigma, that identifies risks to work stress and provides tools for remedying these risks. The Tripod Sigma model is developed analogous to the Tripod philosophy which Shell has initiated to identify and proactively control safety risks. This model is used to measure latent failures in the working environment that can cause human error. The main philosophy behind Tripodis that human error can most effectively be controlled by controlling the working environment and the organisation of work. Work stress, like human error, is something that occurs on the level of the individual. Research shows that causes which contribute to work related stress can also be traced back to conditions of the working environment of employees. The project described in this paper has the aim to develop an instrument for analysis of risks for work related stress ‘all the way back’ to the level of management decisions. An instrument that not only identifies risks, but also provides directions for management to reduce or prevent risks.
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- 2003
10. The impact of new forms of work organisation on working conditions and health : background paper to the European Union Presidency Conference ‘For a better quality of work' : Brussels, 20-21 September 2001
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Wiezer, N., Dhondt, S., and Oeij, P.
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Ziekte en gezondheid ,Werkomstandigheden ,Literatuuronderzoek ,Werkomgeving ,Flexibilisering van de arbeid ,Organisatie van de arbeid ,Workplace ,Gezondheidstoestand ,Ondernemingsstructuur ,Organisatiestructuur ,Humanisering van de arbeid ,Kwaliteit van de arbeid ,Arbeidsomstandigheden - Abstract
This leaflet summarises the results of a literature review and two analyses of the findings of the Third European Survey on Working Conditions concerning the relationship between organisations, working conditions and health outcomes. According to these studies, different forms of work organisation ('old' and 'new' forms) are structured along two dimensions. This approach makes it possible to distinguish between four types of work organisation (Taylorism, Human Relations, Lean Production, Sociotechnology). For each of these forms of work organisation, the potential impact on working conditions and workers' health is assessed. Finally, moderators which have a positive impact on working conditions and health will be identified. There are only a few studies which examine the relationship between different forms of work organisation and health and they use different conceptualisations for the same topic. This leaflet presents the relationship between forms of work organisation and health in two steps: 1. What are the working conditions arising from the different forms of work organisation? 2. What are the effects on health and working conditions?
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- 2001
11. Multilevel Mindfulness: Which Organizational Factors Stimulate Mindfulness in the Workplace?
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Koopmans L, Bruel D, de Geit E, van den Bergh R, Bouwens L, de Korte E, Wiezer N, and van der Torre W
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- Humans, Occupational Stress prevention & control, Occupational Stress psychology, Qualitative Research, Occupational Health, Organizational Culture, Interviews as Topic, Male, Female, Mindfulness, Workplace psychology
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Objective: This study aimed to examine which factors in the organizational context stimulate and/or hinder employee mindfulness. Methods: Two methods were used: 1) scientific literature review, and 2) qualitative interviews with scientists, trainers, and managers. Results: The individual and the work environment interact with each other when it comes to mindfulness in the workplace. Factors at the task, team, supervisor, organizational, and context level stimulate employee mindfulness. Conclusions: Mindfulness is effective in dealing with stress but also positively impacts work-related outcomes such as engagement, concentration, and productivity. A multilevel approach can strengthen the positive effects of individual mindfulness training in the workplace, ultimately contributing to healthy workplaces., Competing Interests: Conflict of interest: None declared., (Copyright © 2024 The Author(s). Published by Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc. on behalf of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.)
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- 2024
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12. Behavior Change Techniques in mHealth Apps for the Mental and Physical Health of Employees: Systematic Assessment.
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de Korte E, Wiezer N, Bakhuys Roozeboom M, Vink P, and Kraaij W
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Background: Employees remain at risk of developing physical and mental health problems. To improve the lifestyle, health, and productivity many workplace interventions have been developed. However, not all of these interventions are effective. Mobile and wireless technology to support health behavior change (mobile health [mHealth] apps) is a promising, but relatively new domain for the occupational setting. Research on mHealth apps for the mental and physical health of employees is scarce. Interventions are more likely to be useful if they are rooted in health behavior change theory. Evaluating the presence of specific combinations of behavior change techniques (BCTs) in mHealth apps might be used as an indicator of potential quality and effectiveness., Objective: The aim of this study was to assess whether mHealth apps for the mental and physical health of employees incorporate BCTs and, if so, which BCTs can be identified and which combinations of BCTs are present., Methods: An assessment was made of apps aiming to reduce the risk of physical and psychosocial work demands and to promote a healthy lifestyle for employees. A systematic search was performed in iTunes and Google Play. Forty-five apps were screened and downloaded. BCTs were identified using a taxonomy applied in similar reviews. The mean and ranges were calculated., Results: On average, the apps included 7 of the 26 BCTs (range 2-18). Techniques such as "provide feedback on performance," "provide information about behavior-health link," and "provide instruction" were used most frequently. Techniques that were used least were "relapse prevention," "prompt self-talk," "use follow-up prompts," and "provide information about others' approval." "Stress management," "prompt identification as a role model," and "agree on behavioral contract" were not used by any of the apps. The combination "provide information about behavior-health link" with "prompt intention formation" was found in 7/45 (16%) apps. The combination "provide information about behavior-health link" with "provide information on consequences," and "use follow-up prompts" was found in 2 (4%) apps. These combinations indicated potential effectiveness. The least potentially effective combination "provide feedback on performance" without "provide instruction" was found in 13 (29%) apps., Conclusions: Apps for the occupational setting might be substantially improved to increase potential since results showed a limited presence of BCTs in general, limited use of potentially successful combinations of BCTs in apps, and use of potentially unsuccessful combinations of BCTs. Increasing knowledge on the effectiveness of BCTs in apps might be used to develop guidelines for app developers and selection criteria for companies and individuals. Also, this might contribute to decreasing the burden of work-related diseases. To achieve this, app developers, health behavior change professionals, experts on physical and mental health, and end-users should collaborate when developing apps for the working context., (©Elsbeth de Korte, Noortje Wiezer, Maartje Bakhuys Roozeboom, Peter Vink, Wessel Kraaij. Originally published in JMIR Mhealth and Uhealth (http://mhealth.jmir.org), 03.10.2018.)
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- 2018
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13. Evaluating an mHealth App for Health and Well-Being at Work: Mixed-Method Qualitative Study.
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de Korte EM, Wiezer N, Janssen JH, Vink P, and Kraaij W
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Background: To improve workers' health and well-being, workplace interventions have been developed, but utilization and reach are unsatisfactory, and effects are small. In recent years, new approaches such as mobile health (mHealth) apps are being developed, but the evidence base is poor. Research is needed to examine its potential and to assess when, where, and for whom mHealth is efficacious in the occupational setting. To develop interventions for workers that actually will be adopted, insight into user satisfaction and technology acceptance is necessary. For this purpose, various qualitative evaluation methods are available., Objective: The objectives of this study were to gain insight into (1) the opinions and experiences of employees and experts on drivers and barriers using an mHealth app in the working context and (2) the added value of three different qualitative methods that are available to evaluate mHealth apps in a working context: interviews with employees, focus groups with employees, and a focus group with experts., Methods: Employees of a high-tech company and experts were asked to use an mHealth app for at least 3 weeks before participating in a qualitative evaluation. Twenty-two employees participated in interviews, 15 employees participated in three focus groups, and 6 experts participated in one focus group. Two researchers independently coded, categorized, and analyzed all quotes yielded from these evaluation methods with a codebook using constructs from user satisfaction and technology acceptance theories., Results: Interviewing employees yielded 785 quotes, focus groups with employees yielded 266 quotes, and the focus group with experts yielded 132 quotes. Overall, participants muted enthusiasm about the app. Combined results from the three evaluation methods showed drivers and barriers for technology, user characteristics, context, privacy, and autonomy. A comparison between the three qualitative methods showed that issues revealed by experts only slightly overlapped with those expressed by employees. In addition, it was seen that the type of evaluation yielded different results., Conclusions: Findings from this study provide the following recommendations for organizations that are planning to provide mHealth apps to their workers and for developers of mHealth apps: (1) system performance influences adoption and adherence, (2) relevancy and benefits of the mHealth app should be clear to the user and should address users' characteristics, (3) app should take into account the work context, and (4) employees should be alerted to their right to privacy and use of personal data. Furthermore, a qualitative evaluation of mHealth apps in a work setting might benefit from combining more than one method. Factors to consider when selecting a qualitative research method are the design, development stage, and implementation of the app; the working context in which it is being used; employees' mental models; practicability; resources; and skills required of experts and users., (©Elsbeth Marieke de Korte, Noortje Wiezer, Joris H Janssen, Peter Vink, Wessel Kraaij. Originally published in JMIR Mhealth and Uhealth (http://mhealth.jmir.org), 28.03.2018.)
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- 2018
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14. Workplace Health Promotion and Wellbeing.
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Andersen LL, Proper KI, Punnett L, Wynne R, Persson R, and Wiezer N
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- Humans, Workplace organization & administration, Health Promotion organization & administration, Occupational Health
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- 2015
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15. Vitality at work and its associations with lifestyle, self-determination, organizational culture, and with employees' performance and sustainable employability.
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van Scheppingen AR, de Vroome EMM, Ten Have KCJM, Zwetsloot GIJM, Wiezer N, and van Mechelen W
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- Adolescent, Adult, Cross-Sectional Studies, Dairy Products, Employment psychology, Female, Health Behavior, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Models, Theoretical, Motivation, Work Performance, Workplace psychology, Young Adult, Food-Processing Industry, Life Style, Organizational Culture, Personal Autonomy
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Background: Vitality at work is an important factor for optimal functioning and sustainable employability. To date, knowledge on how to promote vitality at work is fragmented., Objective: Contribute to knowledge on how to promote vitality at work., Methods: Determinants of vitality at work are identified from three scientific fields, and used in a comprehensive model. Regression analyses on cross-sectional data from a Dutch dairy company (N= 629) are performed to examine the associations between these factors, vitality at work, and employees' perceived effective personal functioning and sustainable employability., Results: Vitality at work is most strongly associated with basic psychological needs of self-determination, but also with healthy lifestyle behavior, having a balanced workstyle, and social capital. Vitality at work is also associated with effective personal functioning and with sustainable employability., Conclusions: The study confirms the multifactorial nature of vitality at work. Since organizational culture may support self-determination, and cultural aspects themselves are positively associated with vitality, organizational culture seems particular important in promoting vitality at work. Additionally, a healthy lifestyle appears important. The associations between vitality at work and effective personal functioning and sustainable employability endorse the combined health-based, business-related and societal importance of vitality at work.
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- 2015
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16. Abnormal thermoregulation in drug-free male schizophrenia patients.
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Shiloh R, Weizman A, Epstein Y, Rosenberg SL, Valevski A, Dorfman-Etrog P, Wiezer N, Katz N, Munitz H, and Hermesh H
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- Adult, Analysis of Variance, Body Temperature, Exercise Test methods, Heart Rate, Humans, Male, Skin Temperature, Body Temperature Regulation, Schizophrenia physiopathology
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Schizophrenia patients may develop various thermoregulatory disturbances. We hypothesized that a standardized exercise-heat tolerance test [two 50-min bouts of walking a motor-driven treadmill at 40 degrees C (relative humidity=40%)] would reveal abnormal thermoregulation in drug-free schizophrenia patients. Six drug-free schizophrenia outpatients and seven healthy comparison subjects participated in this study. The schizophrenia patients exhibited significantly higher baseline and exertion-related rectal temperature. The relevance of these findings to the pathophysiology of schizophrenia-related thermoregulatory disorders is as yet unclear.
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- 2001
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