Depressed, not depressed or unsure: Prevalence and the relation to well-being across sectors in South Africa

Welthagen, Christa; Els, Crizelle

doi:10.4102/sajip.v38i1.984

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“…Employees attributed this poor performance to significant problems in concentrating, as well as forgetfulness and indecisiveness. Furthermore, these depressed employees had significantly poorer interactions with colleagues, such as withdrawal and crying, underlying the serious emotional impact of depression on functionality [7]. Thus, the clear relationship between depression and presenteeism observed in this survey supports the vital need to improve employees' access to quality treatment (which will be discussed in more detail below).…”

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confidence: 59%

“…A recent study observed that people who reported that they suffer from depression, as well as those who were unsure whether they suffered from depression, experience lower work engagement levels, higher burnout levels and more symptoms of stress-related ill health, than individuals who reported that they do not suffer from depression [7]. Furthermore, those who suffer from depression have 27 days out of role (defined as the inability to work or perform day-to-day activities at work) per annum [21][22][23].…”

Section: Depression Causes a Heavy Economic Burden In The Workplace Inmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Thus, results from studies in South Africa showing 9.7% of the adult population with a diagnosis of MDD [4,5] and a life-time prevalence of 9.8% [6], have crucial implications for bearing the costs of this treatable disorder. In fact, a recent survey reported that 18.3% of the South African population receives treatment for depression at any given time [7].…”

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confidence: 99%

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Depression and the Impact on Productivity in the Workplace: Findings from a South African Survey on Depression in the Workplace

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er²,

Korb³

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J Depress Anxiety

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“…Major depressive disorders is a risk factor for work disability 13 , especially in South Africa, where poverty 14 , stressful work conditions 3 and the advanced age of the work-force all contribute to a feeling of hopelessness 3,15 . The occupational therapist's experience of making return-to-work decisions is influenced by the employee being assessed, by the employers' requirements, and ultimately by the weight of making a decision that may have permanent consequences for the employee 16 .…”

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Occupational therapists' views and perceptions of functional capacity evaluations of employees suffering from major depressive disorders

Ramano¹,

Buys²

2018

S. Afr. j. occup. ther

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Key words: Major Depressive Disorder, Functional Capacity Evaluation, occupational therapy, return-to-work, vocational rehabilitation Introduction: Major depressive disorders (MDD) cause work disability and work loss, often resulting in unemployment. Employees with MDD are often referred to occupational therapists (OTs) to assist with functional capacity evaluation (FCE). Functional Capacity Evaluation forms a part of the return-to-work decision making process. This study describes the views and perceptions of occupational therapists regarding the requirements needed to conduct reliable FCEs of employees suffering from MDD.Methods: This study employed a descriptive, qualitative study design. Data were collected in three phases using open-ended questions, focus groups and member checking groups. Thematic content data analysis was used.Findings: In total, 78 occupational therapists were recruited and 39 participated, with response rates of (28) 47%, (11) 61% and (9) 82% respectively across the three phases. Nine participants took part in the focus groups and member checking groups. Three themes emerged, namely: (1) occupational therapists' competencies in performing functional capacity evaluations (2) the process of functional capacity evaluation and (3) comprehensive functional capacity evaluation.Conclusion: The views and perceptions of occupational therapists of performing FCEs is to formulate return-to-work decisions. Occupational therapists should be competent in the use of standardised measurement tools, non-standardised assessment and clinical reasoning.

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“…These organisational changes also have an impact on individuals' jobs and could possibly influence workers' safety, health and well-being (Schaufeli & Bakker, 2004). Consequently, the once predictable and controlled work environment has become complex and unpredictable, impacting employees' energy and motivational levels, physical health and well-being (Bakker & Demerouti, 2007;French, Du Plessis & Scrooby, 2011;Nelson & Simmons, 2003;Rothmann & Jordan, 2006;Schaufeli & Bakker, 2004;Welthagen & Els, 2012).…”

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confidence: 99%

Job demands and resources of workers in a South African agricultural organisation

Asiwe

Hill

Jorgensen

2015

SA j. hum. resour. manag.

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Orientation: Understanding the job demands and resources experienced by workers in an agricultural organisation.Research purpose: The objective of this study was to examine the validity and reliability of the Adapted Job Demands and Resources Scale (AJDRS) as well as to establish prevalent job demands and resources of employees in an agricultural organisation. Demographic differences were also investigated.Motivation of the study: The agricultural sector of any national economy plays a very important role in the overall welfare of the country. Identifying the prevalent job demands and resources in an agricultural organisation is therefore of paramount importance since the negative consequences of employees experiencing very demanding jobs with few resources have been well documented in stress literature.Research approach, design and method: A cross-sectional survey design was used. The sample consisted of 443 employees in an agricultural organisation. The AJDRS was used to measure the research variables.Main findings: The findings of this research show evidence for the factorial validity and reliability of the AJDRS. Statistical differences were found with regard to the job demands and resources experienced by employees in different positions.Practical/managerial implications: Interventions to improve the perceived job demands and resources in the organisation should focus on physical resources (equipment).Contribution/value-add: This study contributes to knowledge concerning the job demands and resources that are prevalent in an agricultural organisation in South Africa.

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Depressed, not depressed or unsure: Prevalence and the relation to well-being across sectors in South Africa

Cited by 10 publications

References 57 publications

Depression and the Impact on Productivity in the Workplace: Findings from a South African Survey on Depression in the Workplace

Depression and the Impact on Productivity in the Workplace: Findings from a South African Survey on Depression in the Workplace

Occupational therapists' views and perceptions of functional capacity evaluations of employees suffering from major depressive disorders

Job demands and resources of workers in a South African agricultural organisation

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