Be well: A systems-based wellness intervention using mindfulness in the workplace - A case study
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- Journal Article
- Citation:
- Journal of Management and Organization, 2019, 25 (5), pp. 613 - 634
- Issue Date:
- 2019-09-01
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© 2017 Cambridge University Press and Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management. Introduction: Healthy work environments are essential in determining improved well-being of Australians. Job stress has been identified as a significant factor in psychological distress. This study evaluated the effect of introducing a systems-based workplace wellness programme using mindfulness in the workplace. Methods: The programme 'Be Well' was introduced as part of a systems-based approach to workplace health promotion, and evaluated using sick leave as a proxy for workplace stress, and the stress satisfaction offset score to determine the degree of change in stress and satisfaction. Results: There was significant reduction in sick leave (2014 vs. 2012) (p<.001), and significant improvement in stress satisfaction offset score (p<.05). Logistic regression analysis identified the programme components most predictive of reduced stress and higher job satisfaction. Conclusion: The impacts of a systems-based mindfulness workplace wellness intervention, show significant improvements in workers' sick leave and changes to stress and satisfaction scores. This study has implications for sector-wide policy change in the workplace.
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