Category: Workplace Issues
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October 30th, 2010 |
Depression impacts the daily lives of people at all ages, income levels, and other demographics. But does treatment (whether therapy or antidepressants) help people the same across these spectrums? Unfortunately, the answer is “no,” according to work done by Lydia Falconnier, an assistant professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Falconnier compared NIMH data and found that while middle-class patients saw daily improvements in their ability to function at work, poor and working-class... Read More
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October 29th, 2010 |
Shirking duties was guaranteed to get Ezra angry
With a heaving chest and throbbing temples, Ezra clenched his jaws in anger when he found that the vegetables at the restaurant were unprepared. It was bad enough that local farmers had not supplied the eggplant he ordered for his signature dish. To find that Danny, his deputy hadn’t trimmed the artichokes was unbelievable. Anger turned to rage as Ezra started to cut away at the artichokes imagining punishing Danny with each knife stroke.
Danny arrived ten minutes later and was greeted with a scathing attack, questioning his judgment, and... Read More
October 26th, 2010 |
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Psychologists and therapists nationwide, especially those who specialize in work-related counseling, report employee stress levels that are higher than any time in the past several decades. The mental health consequences of a fragile economy are significant. Often, those whose jobs have been cut are the focus of the recession-mental health discussion, and for good reason. The financial stress of living without income, especially with a family, can be both psychologically overwhelming and even physically harmful. But those who have retained employment are not immune... Read More
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October 22nd, 2010 |
It’s not just the experiences you encounter by day that impact how you feel. A study published this week in Australia finds that nighttime plays a big role, too. People with untreated sleep apnea, which prevents adequate rest, had markedly higher rates of depression, stress, and anxiety. A good night’s sleep refreshes us, making us more psychologically resilient against workplace stress and less irritable in response to small annoyances around the house. If you’re in therapy... Read More
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October 19th, 2010 |
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A new report has come out that sheds further light on the psychology of employment. Previous studies have shown that unemployed people experience more depression, stress, and anxiety than people who have jobs. This is hardly surprising: the financial burdens of unemployment provoke constant worry about feeding family members and making mortgage payments. But this new research, from the Centre for Mental Health Research at The Australian National University, suggests that a poor quality job... Read More
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October 5th, 2010 |
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Depression is one of the most common reasons for people to find a therapist or counselor to talk through their emotional and psychological struggles. A new study of extensive polling data has put a numerical figure on just how widespread depression, in its many forms, is in the United States. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), almost one in 10 Americans is depressed at all, and one in 30 Americans is seriously depressed. Depression rates are higher among specific portions... Read More
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September 23rd, 2010 |
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Different professions present different physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychological challenges. A new report from a group of researchers in Germany looked specifically at the challenges faced by classroom teachers. Among teachers, one of the top health concerns is mental health, specifically involving career-related psychological and social challenges. The German study involved developing a short manual and asking teachers participate in 90-minute sessions once a month for a year, using both... Read More
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August 11th, 2010 |
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Stress of any kind can easy leak into other areas of life, and can have a marked impact on one’s overall mental health. Workplace stress in particular has seen a significant rise over the past decade. Pronounced stress at work can cause mental health strains (including anxiety, depression, and irritability) which can in turn impact marital, family, and social relationships. Stress also has physical manifestations, including raised blood pressure, sleeping problems, stiffness, muscle tension, and headaches. Already a problem on its own, workplace stress has... Read More
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August 7th, 2010 |
Sexual harassment in the workplace can lead to feelings of depression, job stress, and overall poor health (both mental and physical). A new article in Law and Human Behavior suggests that the current definition of sexual harassment neglects to address the most frequent type of harassment: sexist behavior and gender-based harassment without the presence of sexual advances. Most laws and policies require that there be unwanted sexual advances for the harassment to be labeled as such, but the consequences... Read More
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June 11th, 2010 |
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The farther we get into the ongoing economic recession, the more apparent the consequences of the recession become. Early on, quantifiable losses such as unemployment numbers, loss of income, foreclosure statistics, and the like painted a concrete picture of the tangible effects of trying economic times. But new information on the recession’s psychological toll looks deeper into the unseen challenges facing... Read More
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May 24th, 2010 |
The difficulty of separating a stressful work life from one's life at home leads to problems with sleeping for many people, an issue which can easily become compounded by the additional stress of being tired and physically fatigued. Hoping to help people overcome this challenging cycle, a German professor in psychotherapy has recently recommended a series of actions for improving the chances of a good night's sleep. The professor's suggestions include changing into fresh clothes once home, engaging... Read More
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April 6th, 2010 |
Pilots are faced with numerous strict requirements and guidelines for their work, and until recently, many of those with symptoms of depression may have felt unable to meet these requirements, forcing them to hide their psychological concerns. Hoping to end this trend, the Federal Aviation Administration has recently announced changes to its policies on depression. The changes will allow depressed pilots to return to work pending a year of satisfactory treatment with medications,... Read More
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March 29th, 2010 |
When might earning more feel like making less? When it comes with the emotional baggage of being the primary breadwinner in a culture where men are expected to bring home the bacon. Earning a good income should be something to feel proud of, right? It is an accomplishment, a deserved reward for hard work. Yet many women feel conflicted about their status and ashamed of the role reversal. And this devalues their achievement.
Many women breadwinners downplay their success. Traditional values still dictate that the male partner should bring home a bigger paycheck. Male self-esteem... Read More
March 26th, 2010 |
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While most people probably call to mind certain substances like alcohol or habits involving gambling or smoking when thinking about addiction, there are some addictive behaviors that might be mistaken for positive in certain situations. Certainly among these, work addiction may manifest as an increased dedication to efficiency or personal work production, but close investigation is likely to find a host of psychological unrest as well as potential physical health issues related to the behavior.... Read More
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