Support Needs for Return to Work Among Self-employed Workers: A Focus Group Study.
J Occup Environ Med
; 66(9): 743-749, 2024 Sep 01.
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ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE:
The aim of this study is to gain insight into the facilitators, barriers, and support needs of Dutch self-employed workers when returning to work (RTW) after sick leave.METHODS:
Three focus groups were conducted, involving 15 Dutch self-employed workers who were on sick leave due to health problems. The transcripts were analyzed through thematic content analysis.RESULTS:
Five main themes regarding barriers, facilitators, and needs of self-employed workers to RTW were identified autonomy, social support, client management, financial security, and information on sick leave. Having autonomy was considered a facilitator for RTW. However, the participants expressed a need for more financial support, additional guidance from occupational health professionals, and tailored information regarding RTW.CONCLUSIONS:
The results of this study emphasize a need for optimizing national policy and support for self-employed workers regarding sick leave and RTW.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Apoyo Social
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Grupos Focales
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Ausencia por Enfermedad
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Reinserción al Trabajo
Límite:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
País/Región como asunto:
Europa
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Occup Environ Med
Asunto de la revista:
MEDICINA OCUPACIONAL
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SAUDE AMBIENTAL
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article