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An investigation of the role of non-work time behaviour in buffering the effects of work strain

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dc.contributor.authorWinwood, P.C.
dc.contributor.authorBakker, A.
dc.contributor.authorWinefield, A.H.
dc.date.issued2007
dc.description.abstract<h4>Objective</h4>In this exploratory study, we investigated the extent to which common leisure time behaviors, which generate positive feelings of fulfillment and personal reward, are significant in alleviating work-induced stress between successive work periods. We tested the hypotheses that such activities increase recovery from stress directly, and also by improving sleep quality, thereby alleviating maladaptive outcomes from work strain.<h4>Method</h4>An on-line survey study was completed by a heterogeneous sample of 314 workers in diverse occupations, in good health.<h4>Results</h4>Non-work-time behaviors play a significant role in mediating maladaptive outcomes from work strain. Multivariate analysis of these relationships indicates both direct and indirect effects, the latter being associated with mediating sleep quality. Respondents reporting higher levels of active leisure activities, exercise, and creative (hobby) and social activity, reported significantly better sleep, recovery between work periods, and lower chronic maladaptive fatigue symptomology.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Active and fulfilling non-work-time behaviors are more significant in maximizing recovery from work strain than is commonly recognized. This effect is arguably due to the downregulation of stress-induced brain arousal, and stimulation of the pleasure-reward brain neurophysiology. Consistent recovery from work strain between work periods may represent a crucial factor in avoiding work-related "loss spirals" leading to maladaptive health outcomes, which can be particularly relevant to workers in inherently stressful occupations.
dc.identifier.citationJournal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, 2007; 49(8):862-871
dc.identifier.doi10.1097/JOM.0b013e318124a8dc
dc.identifier.issn1076-2752
dc.identifier.issn1536-5948
dc.identifier.orcidWinefield, A.H. [0000-0001-5027-6687]
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/11541.2/113073
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherLippincott Williams and Wilkins
dc.rightsCopyright status unknown
dc.source.urihttps://doi.org/10.1097/JOM.0b013e318124a8dc
dc.subjectallostatic load
dc.subjectfatigue
dc.subjectpositive emotions
dc.subjectrecovery
dc.subjectrisk-factors
dc.subjectstress
dc.subjectHumans
dc.subjectOccupational Diseases
dc.subjectHealth Surveys
dc.subjectStress, Psychological
dc.subjectBurnout, Professional
dc.subjectLeisure Activities
dc.subjectInternet
dc.subjectAdult
dc.subjectMiddle Aged
dc.subjectOccupational Health
dc.subjectFemale
dc.subjectMale
dc.subjectStatistics as Topic
dc.titleAn investigation of the role of non-work time behaviour in buffering the effects of work strain
dc.typeJournal article
pubs.publication-statusPublished
ror.mmsid9915911462001831

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