How to avoid long-term sickness absence: the advice from women with personal experience

Ockander, Marlene; Timpka, Toomas; Nyce, James M.

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“…Thus, not all individuals with a chronic disease report their social environment as being a relevant factor for work participation. There are various possible explanations why individuals may not mention their SOs when discussing facilitators and barriers for work participation 70. For instance, participants may not relate their disease and ability to work to circumstances in their social environment70 or they may be unaware of how SOs may influence their cognitions, behaviours and work participation.…”

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Influence of significant others on work participation of individuals with chronic diseases: a systematic review

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ObjectiveIt is widely recognised that significant others (SOs), such as a partner, family member or friend, can influence health outcomes of individuals with a chronic disease. However, not much is known about which specific cognitions (ie, illness perceptions and expectation of work ability) and behaviours (eg, emotional and practical support) of SOs influence work participation. Therefore, we aimed to identify cognitions and behaviours of SOs that are related to work participation of individuals with a chronic disease.DesignA systematic review and thematic synthesis.Data sourcesPubMed, Embase, PsycINFO, SocINDEX and Web of Science were searched until 28 March 2017.Eligibility criteria for selecting studiesWe included studies reporting on cognitions and behaviours of SOs related to work participation in populations with various chronic diseases.Data extraction and synthesisTwo independent reviewers extracted the data and performed a quality assessment using the Quality Assessment Tool for Quantitative Studies from the Effective Public Health Practice Project 2007 and a checklist for assessment of qualitative studies derived from the Cochrane Supplemental Handbook Guidance. Evidence was thematically synthesised.ResultsOut of 5168 articles, 18 were included (15 qualitative and 3 quantitative) of moderate to high quality. Studies were on cancer, chronic pain, brain injuries and mental health disorders. After thematic synthesis 27 factors could be distinguished. Consistent evidence was found that SOs’ positive and encouraging attitudes regarding work participation, encouragement and motivating behaviour and open communication with patients are facilitators for work participation. Consistently reported barriers were SOs’ positive attitudes towards sickness absence and advise, encouragement or pressure to refrain from work.ConclusionsOur findings show that several cognitions and behaviours of SOs can facilitate or hinder work participation of individuals with a chronic disease. Intervening on these factors by involving SOs in disability prevention and return to work intervention strategies may be beneficial. More prognostic studies are needed, as the current evidence is mostly based on qualitative studies.

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Influence of significant others on work participation of individuals with chronic diseases: a systematic review

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“…Coordination among the central actors in the RTW process was also emphasised in several of the studies included. Good coordination was appreciated by participants in several of the studies (Andersen et al, 2014; Andersén et al, 2017; Eriksson et al, 2008; Ockander et al, 2005; Porter et al, 2018) and, for instance, was found to make the sick‐listed feel more confident in the RTW process (Andersen et al, 2014). A lack of coordination between SIOs and healthcare personnel (Andersen et al, 2014; Andersén et al, 2017; Mårtensson & Hensing, 2012; Mussener et al, 2008; Porter et al, 2018) and between SIOs and the employment service (Andersén et al, 2017; Eriksson et al, 2008; Holmgren et al, 2016; Porter et al, 2018) was viewed as a potential obstacle in the RTW process.…”

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“…Regarding the interpersonal aspects of the encounter, three factors were identified as being important: feeling respected, feeling supported, and being treated as an individual. Feeling respected in the SIO encounter was described in different ways: experiencing the SIO as sympathetic and respectful (Andersen et al, 2014; Holmgren et al, 2016; Mårtensson & Hensing, 2012; Mussener et al, 2008; Müssener et al, 2015; Nordgren & Söderlund, 2016a; Porter et al, 2018), being listened to and believed in (Andersén et al, 2017; Lannerstrom et al, 2013; Lynöe et al, 2013; Martin et al, 2012; Mussener et al, 2007; Mussener et al, 2008; Müssener et al, 2015; Nordgren & Söderlund, 2016a; Nordgren & Söderlund, 2016b; Ockander et al, 2005; Östlund et al, 2001), and experiencing the involvement and concern of the professional. Experiencing a lack of respect was on the other hand be described as feelings of being treated in a negative or unsympathetic manner (Holmgren et al, 2016; Lannerstrom et al, 2013; Porter et al, 2018; Svensson et al, 2003), being questioned, disbelieved, and humiliated (Andersen et al, 2014; Holmgren et al, 2016; Hubertsson et al, 2011; Lannerstrom et al, 2013; Ockander & Timpka, 2001; Östlund et al, 2001; Porter et al, 2018; Svensson et al, 2003), not being listened to (Mussener et al, 2007; Müssener et al, 2015), or being treated in an indifferent, nonchalant, or routine manner (Holmgren et al, 2016; Lannerstrom et al, 2013; Porter et al, 2018; Svensson et al, 2003).…”

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A scooping review of Scandinavian studies of sick‐listed' and social insurance officers' experiences of their encounters'

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In the Scandinavian countries, social insurance officers (SIOs) hold key positions with regard to coordinating the return‐to‐work (RTW) process of workers on long‐term sick‐leave. This article aimed to systematically explore the experience of encounters between the sick‐listed and SIOs and set out the current scientific knowledge base on factors related to the encounter that are perceived as having an impact on the sick‐listed's RTW. A scoping review was conducted that included peer‐reviewed articles published in the English language in the period January 2000 to February 2021. Of the 435 articles reviewed to determine eligibility, 38 were included. Most of the articles included were qualitative (68%) and focused on the sick‐listed's experience of encounters with RTW professionals. The main finding of this review is that the majority of the sick‐listed perceived the encounters with SIOs as positive. The perspective of SIOs was less subject to study, and the research focus was more often concerned with practical aspects of the encounter, such as stakeholder cooperation and the impact of policy on SIOs' working conditions. Furthermore, we found that SIOs experience challenges in stakeholder cooperation and in performing workability assessments, especially where objective medical information is scarce. The findings of this review suggest that future studies should pay more attention to the SIO perspective in encounters between sick‐listed and SIOs.

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Personal Resources and Support When Regaining the Ability to Work: An Interview Study with Exhaustion Disorder Patients

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How to avoid long-term sickness absence: the advice from women with personal experience

Cited by 7 publications

References 7 publications

Influence of significant others on work participation of individuals with chronic diseases: a systematic review

Influence of significant others on work participation of individuals with chronic diseases: a systematic review

A scooping review of Scandinavian studies of sick‐listed' and social insurance officers' experiences of their encounters'

Personal Resources and Support When Regaining the Ability to Work: An Interview Study with Exhaustion Disorder Patients

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