Identifying the sources of stress and rewards in a group of Australian apprentice jockeys

Landolt, Kathleen; O’Halloran, Paul; Hale, Matthew W.; Horan, Ben; Kinsella, Glynda; Kingsley, Michael; Wright, Bradley J.

doi:10.1080/2159676x.2017.1340329

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“…An increase in demands placed on staff already under psychological distress from mitigation measures, and anxiety over the pandemic can result in burnout, reduced sleep, fatigue and physical ill health, affecting both staff efficiency and yard management standards [25]. Whilst the majority of concerns are based around personal responsibility hygiene practices, employers should carefully consider whether reducing the number of staff promotes increased physical demand on remaining employees, such as additional weight carrying requirements, which could result in an increased risk of injury [55][56][57][58]. Additional demands should be factored into risk assessments and counteracted by additional rest breaks, and preventative injury management strategies.…”

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The Impact of COVID-19 on Staff Working Practices in UK Horseracing

Davies

McConn-Palfreyman

Williams

et al. 2020

Animals

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Due to COVID-19, horseracing was required to cease all activity in March 2020; however, little is known about the pandemic’s impact on staff working practices. This study investigated the impact of COVID-19 on staff working practices during the initial lockdown phases. An online survey about working conditions during lockdown was answered by 287 participants. Chi-squared tests for independence and binary logistic regression (BLR) analysis was undertaken. A total of 53.7% (n = 154) of staff were working during lockdown. Pandemic-specific workplace changes were reported as effective by 87.8% (n = 115) of staff. Flat grooms reported workplace changes as less effective (χ2 (52, n = 131) = 92.996, p < 0.001). A total of 67.2% (n = 193) of staff were positive about job security. Trainers and grooms were significantly less likely to report jobs as secure (χ2 (52, n = 287) = 75.653, p < 0.05). The findings suggest that most of the racing industry positively received changes made by their employers to tackle the pandemic, and for staff still working during lockdown, their health and safety was prioritised. Continued development of employee support structures to promote job security and workforce stability is advised, which will minimise the disruption of staff changes on the care and welfare of the horses.

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The Impact of COVID-19 on Staff Working Practices in UK Horseracing

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McConn-Palfreyman

Williams

et al. 2020

Animals

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“…The limited research within sport and mental health literature has offered some insight into the pressures and unique challenges athletes negotiate whilst also the consequences for, and on, mental health and psychological wellbeing (Gulliver et al, 2015;Hughes & Leavey, 2012;Rice et al, 2016). Research findings have suggested that there may be sports with sub-groups of athletes that are particularly vulnerable to developing or exacerbating mental health difficulties (Dosil, 2008;Landolt et al, 2017;Monsma et al, 2013). Given the identified additional stressors and pressures equestrian athletes negotiate, it is surprising to find that little is known about how these athletes experience or perceive psychological wellbeing and mental health difficulties within the sport.…”

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“…Equestrian sport is referred to as one of the most high-risk sports on land (Landolt et al, 2017;Thompson & Nesci, 2016) with many recognised (health) hazards associated within sub-disciplines within the sport (i.e., horse racing and 'making weight', Dolan et al, 2012). Equestrian sport encompasses multiple subdisciplines including dressage, showjumping, eventing, polo, racing, etc.…”

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“…Additionally, the challenging training routines and daily demands of horse ownership can result in significant social and academic sacrifices with Pummell, Harwood & Lavallee (2008) highlighting potential risks associated with restricted identity development. Equally, the physical and mental demands in equestrian sport and increased vulnerability to physical injury due to the danger associated with the sport are additional stressors for athletes to manage (Dolan et al, 2012;Dosil, 2008;Landolt et al, 2017;Monsma, Gay, & Torres-McGehee, 2013). A particularly unique element of equestrian sport that is considered fundamental to performance success is the ability of a rider to manage emotions which can influence the horse-rider relationship (McBride & Mills, 2012; Tenenbaum, Lloyd, Pretty, & Hanin, 2002;Wolframm, Shearman & Micklewright, 2010).…”

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Mental Health in Equestrian Sport

Butler-Coyne

Shanmuganathan-Felton²,

Taylor

2019

Journal of Clinical Sport Psychology

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Equestrian media is showing an increasing interest in the impact of mental health on performance and general wellbeing of equestrian athletes. This study explores the awareness of mental health difficulties and psychological wellbeing within equestrian sport from the perspectives of equestrian athletes, instructors/coaches and parents. The exploratory nature of the research offered opportunity to use a dual approach including e-surveys and semi-structured interviews. Analysis of the qualitative data identified five key themes (Emotional Wellbeing in Balance; Emotional Wellbeing Imbalance; Wellbeing Imbalance—Impact on Equestrian Sportspeople; Impact of Equestrian Sport on Wellbeing; Regaining Balance) and 22 sub-themes. The findings determine a compelling need for education, promotion of sharing experiences, facilitation of specialist (clinical and sport) professional training and intervention as well as a review of regulations from equestrian Governing Bodies.

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“…It can be a uniquely satisfying industry to work in (Maurstad, Davis, & Cowles, ), but also a challenging one. Jockeys, for example, report that long working hours and the physical and cognitive demands of their work are a source of significant stress (Landolt et al, ). Horse trainers confront similar challenges in this highly competitive industry as well as their own unique psychological stressors, which may include isolation from social networks and the stress associated with managing large numbers of horses and staff (Bartley, ).…”

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Sleep and psychological wellbeing of racehorse industry workers: A survey of Australian trainers

Bullock

Critchley

Davis

et al. 2019

Australian Journal of Psychology

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Background and Objectives This study investigated psychological wellbeing and sleep characteristics in Victorian racing industry workers, specifically focusing on trainers. There are few empirical studies of psychological wellbeing in the horse racing industry, despite considerable employment numbers and a potentially complex and challenging work environment. Early morning starts, and potentially long working days could compound negative wellbeing outcomes. Methods A survey assessing psychological wellbeing and sleep habits was distributed to racing industry employees (N = 358). Results Trainers reported significantly higher depression and anxiety scores compared with other racing industry workers, racehorse owners, and the general population. They had less sleeping hours and higher daytime dysfunction due to fatigue. Multivariate pathway analysis showed daytime dysfunction due to fatigue was the sole significant contributor to identified differences in depression and anxiety between trainers and racing industry counterparts. Conclusions Daytime dysfunction due to fatigue was an important predictor of lower psychological wellbeing in this sample of horse trainers. Longitudinal and qualitative investigation of both sleep and non‐sleep as factors in generating fatigue could assist to further delineate predictors of depression and anxiety in this population. Better understanding of interacting sleep and wellbeing processes may lead to useful self‐management strategies to address the apparent heightened psychological distress of some racing industry workers.

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Identifying the sources of stress and rewards in a group of Australian apprentice jockeys

Cited by 17 publications

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The Impact of COVID-19 on Staff Working Practices in UK Horseracing

The Impact of COVID-19 on Staff Working Practices in UK Horseracing

Mental Health in Equestrian Sport

Sleep and psychological wellbeing of racehorse industry workers: A survey of Australian trainers

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