scholarly journals Psychosocial Risk Factors for Overuse Injuries in Competitive Athletes: A Mixed-Studies Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ulrika Tranaeus ◽  
Simon Martin ◽  
Andreas Ivarsson
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Psychosocial Factors ◽  
Overuse Injury ◽  
Psychosocial Risk Factors ◽  
Qualitative Studies ◽  
Psychosocial Risk ◽  
Overuse Injuries ◽  
Personal Factors ◽  
Traumatic Injuries ◽  
Competitive Athletes

Abstract Background While the psychosocial risk factors for traumatic injuries have been comprehensively investigated, less is known about psychosocial factors predisposing athletes to overuse injuries. Objective The aim of this review was to systematically identify studies and synthesise data that examined psychosocial risk factors for overuse injuries in athletes. Design Systematic review. Data Sources MEDLINE, Web of Science and PsycINFO databases, supplemented by hand searching of journals and reference lists. Eligibility Criteria for Selecting Studies Quantitative and qualitative studies involving competitive athletes, published prior to July 2021, and reporting the relationship between psychosocial variables and overuse injury as an outcome were reviewed. This was limited to academic peer-reviewed journals in Swedish, English, German, Spanish and French. An assessment of the risk of bias was performed using modified versions of the RoBANS and SBU Quality Assessment Scale for Qualitative Studies. Results Nine quantitative and five qualitative studies evaluating 1061 athletes and 27 psychosocial factors were included for review. Intra-personal factors, inter-personal factors and sociocultural factors were found to be related to the risk of overuse injury when synthesised and reported according to a narrative synthesis approach. Importantly, these psychosocial factors, and the potential mechanisms describing how they might contribute to overuse injury development, appeared to be different compared with those already known for traumatic injuries. Conclusions There is preliminary evidence that overuse injuries are likely to partially result from complex interactions between psychosocial factors. Coaches and supporting staff are encouraged to acknowledge the similarities and differences between traumatic and overuse injury aetiology.

Psychosocial factors of suicidal behavior of adolescents: review of foreign studies

2020 ◽  
Vol 72 (4) ◽  
pp. 55-63
Author(s):  
S.E Myrzabaev ◽  
◽  
M.S. Sadyrova ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Young People ◽  
Psychosocial Factors ◽  
Suicidal Behavior ◽  
Psychosocial Risk Factors ◽  
Psychosocial Risk ◽  
Sociological Research ◽  
Risk Factors For Suicide

This article aims to review research that seeks to find psychosocial factors of suicidal behavior among adolescents. The article deals with the sociological research of European authors who dealt with the problem of suicidal behavior of adolescents and young people aged 14-24 years. Studying these studies, the article shows the psychosocial risk factors for suicide and suicidal behavior among progeny.

PSYCHOSOCIAL FACTORS AT WORK TRIGGERING GASTROINTESTINAL DISORDERS IN NURSES EMPLOYED BY SUPPORTIVE TREATMENT AND NURSING UNITS IN VILNIUS

2015 ◽  
Vol 21 (4.3) ◽  
pp. 822-828
Author(s):  
Vaida Jakubynaitė ◽  
Violeta Ožeraitienė
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Duodenal Ulcer ◽  
Psychosocial Factors ◽  
Functional Dyspepsia ◽  
Chronic Gastritis ◽  
Performance Outcomes ◽  
Psychosocial Risk Factors ◽  
Psychosocial Risk ◽  
Gastrointestinal Disorders ◽  
Supportive Treatment

Key words: nurses, supportive treatment and nursing units, psychosocial factors at work, gastrointestinal disorders. Aim of the work. To assess the impact of psychosocial risk factors at work on gastrointestinal disorders of nurses working in supportive treatment and nursing units in Vilnius. Materials and methods. A cross-sectional study using an anonymous questionnaire was performed. 147 nurses aged 44.9 ± 10.1, employed by supportive treatment and nursing units in Vilnius filled out the questionnaires with questions concerning socio-demographic, psychosocial factors at work and gastrointestinal disorders. The odds ratios and 95 % confidence intervals were calculated. Results. The most common psychosocial risk factor which affected nurses was psychological (64 %) and psychological (32.6 %) violence at work. The respondents were dissatisfied with limited career opportunities (53 %) and salary (43.5 %). 51.1 % of nurses suffered from physical and mental strain at work. Other psychosocial risk factors which impacted nurses were a lack of support from colleagues and superiors, unfair distribution of work, inability to control the pace of work, rush, difficult periods and the risk of injury. The likelihood to feel heartburn for nurses unable to control the pace of work was 5 times higher and they were 3.8 times more likely to have regurgitation. A lack of support from a superior increased the likelihood of nausea by 8.5 times, a early satiation – 14.4 times, a postprandial fullness – 5 times. A lack of support from colleagues increased the probability to feel epigastric burning by 7.2 times, to develop chronic gastritis – by 7 times – to suffer from gastric or duodenal ulcer – by 15.3 times. The accidental damage of equipment or performance outcomes increased the probability to develop gastric or duodenal ulcer by 11.4 times. Ignoring the nurses’ opinion on duties increased the chances to develop functional dyspepsia by 4.7 times. Conclusions. Psychosocial risk factors at work experienced by nurses significantly increase the risk of the symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders. The likelihood of the occurrence of the symptoms of functional dyspepsia was largely increased by the factors related to difficulties at work and bad relationship with superiors. The symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux are associated with the intensity and complexity of the performance, the responsibility for its outcomes. A lack of support from colleagues and responsibility for the performance outcomes increase the risk of the occurrence of chronic gastritis as well as gastric and duodenal ulcer.

scholarly journals Exposure to psychosocial risk factors in the context of work: a systematic review

2016 ◽  
Vol 50 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Cláudia Fernandes ◽  
Anabela Pereira
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Psychosocial Factors ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychosocial Risk Factors ◽  
Psychosocial Risk ◽  
Sample Type ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Health And Well Being

ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE To analyze the scientific literature about the effects of exposure to psychosocial risk factors in work contexts. METHODS A systematic review was performed using the terms “psychosocial factors” AND “COPSOQ” in the databases PubMed, Medline, and Scopus. The period analyzed was from January 1, 2004 to June 30, 2012. We have included articles that used the Copenhagen Psychosocial Questionnaire (COPSOQ) as a measuring instrument of the psychosocial factors and the presentation of quantitative or qualitative results. German articles, psychometric studies or studies that did not analyze individual or work factors were excluded. RESULTS We included 22 articles in the analysis. Individual factors, such as gender, age, and socioeconomic status, were analyzed along with work-related factors such as labor demands, work organization and content, social relationships and leadership, work-individual interface, workplace values, justice and respect, personality, health and well-being, and offensive behaviors. We analyzed the sample type and the applied experimental designs. Some population groups, such as young people and migrants, are more vulnerable. The deteriorated working psychosocial environment is associated with physical health indicators and weak mental health. This environment is also a risk factor for the development of moderate to severe clinical conditions, predicting absenteeism or intention of leaving the job. CONCLUSIONS The literature shows the contribution of exposure to psychosocial risk factors in work environments and their impact on mental health and well-being of workers. It allows the design of practical interventions in the work context to be based on scientific evidences. Investigations in specific populations, such as industry, and studies with more robust designs are lacking.

scholarly journals Factores de riesgo psicosocial: conceptualizaciones, referencias e influencia en la deserción escolar

Enfoques ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 107
Author(s):  
Ruth Alexandra Espinosa Goyeneche ◽  
Lilian Alejandra Guzmán Lesmes ◽  
Jessica Paola Arguello García ◽  
Sehidy Dayana Fula Bohórquez ◽  
Carlos Enrique Garavito Ariza
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Psychosocial Factors ◽  
Emotional Health ◽  
School Dropout ◽  
Academic Community ◽  
Psychosocial Risk Factors ◽  
Psychosocial Risk ◽  
Explanatory Variables ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Factores De Riesgo

ResumenEl presente artículo se propone hacer una descripción minuciosa de las características teóricas de los factores de riesgo psicosocial y su relación con algunas variables explicativas de la deserción académica. El estudio de los factores psicosociales se aborda a partir de múltiples áreas de investigación; este hecho puede dificultar la construcción de una definición única del constructo, ampliando así, los espectros de posibilidad para la tarea conceptualizadora. Es por ello que se establecen diversas definiciones y abordajes de los factores psicosociales, particularmente aquellos que implican riesgo, desde perspectivas laborales y su relación con la salud de los empleados, el área médica y la influencia de factores de riesgo en la aparición y mantenimiento de enfermedad mental, y finalmente los conceptos asociados al ámbito educativo enfocándose en el alumno y el efecto de estos factores sobre su desempeño académico. De esta forma, el artículo presenta el resultado de una revisión teórica asociada a las variables de riesgo que pueden llegar a influir sobre los procesos de mantenimiento y de deserción académica en los estudiantes; encontrando que existen condiciones vinculadas al contexto educativo que pueden llegar a afectar la salud emocional de la comunidad académica provocando abandono del proceso de formación en los diferentes niveles escolares. Psychosocial risk factors: conceptualizations, references and influence on school dropout AbstractThis article describes the theoretical characteristics of psychosocial risk factors and their relationship with explanatory variables of school dropout. The approach of this study is based on psychosocial factors from several areas of research. This fact may hinder the elaboration of a single definition of the construct, thus broadening the spectrum of possibility for the conceptualizing task in question. That is why various definitions and approaches of psychosocial factors are established including those that involve risk from perspectives, such as the work related to employee health, medical area and the relationship of risk factors with the appearance and maintenance of mental illness, the educational field which focuses on the student and the effect of risk factors on their academic life. Hence, this article shows the result of a theoretical review associated with the risk variables that might influence the maintenance and school dropout processes in students, finding that there are conditions in the educational context that can affect emotional health of the academic community and to promote the abandonment of the school formation process. Fatores de risco psicossocial: conceituais, referências e influência no abandono escolarResumoO objetivo do artigo presente é descrever as características teóricas dos fatores de risco psicossocial e sua relação com variáveis explicativas da deserção acadêmica. O estudo dos fatores psicossociais é abordado a partir de áreas de investigação variadas. Este fato pode impedir a construção de uma definição única do constructo que aumenta deste modo, os espectros de possibilidade para a tarefa conceptualizadora em questão. Por ese motivo que se establecem definições diversas e abordagens dos fatores psicossociais incluindo esses que insinuam risco de perspectivas como o trabalho associados com a saúde dos empregados, a área médica e a relação de fatores de risco com o aparecimento e manutenção de doenças mentais, o ambiente educacional que é focalizado no estudante e o efeito dos fatores de risco na vida acadêmica. Deste modo, o artigo apresenta o resultado de uma revisão teórica associado às variáveis de risco que podem terminar influenciando nos processos de manutenção e deserção acadêmica em estudantes, encontrando que condições do contexto educacional que podem terminar afetando a saúde emocional da comunidade acadêmica e potencializar abandono do processo de formação escolar.

scholarly journals Biological Maturity Status, Anthropometric Percentiles, and Core Flexion to Extension Strength Ratio as Possible Traumatic and Overuse Injury Risk Factors in Youth Alpine Ski Racers: A Four-Year Prospective Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (21) ◽  
pp. 7623
Author(s):  
Lisa Steidl-Müller ◽  
Carolin Hildebrandt ◽  
Martin Niedermeier ◽  
Erich Müller ◽  
Michael Romann ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Overuse Injury ◽  
Injury Risk ◽  
Significant Risk ◽  
Overuse Injuries ◽  
Strength Ratio ◽  
Maturity Group ◽  
Traumatic Injuries ◽  
Biological Maturity ◽  
Weight Percentile

The aim of the present study was to investigate prospectively the role of biological maturity status, anthropometric percentiles, and core flexion to extension strength ratios in the context of traumatic and overuse injury risk identification in youth ski racing. In this study, 72 elite youth ski racers (45 males, 27 females) were prospectively observed from the age of 10 to 14 years. Anthropometric parameters, biological maturity status, and core flexion to extension strength ratios were assessed twice per year. Type and severity of traumatic and overuse injuries were prospectively recorded during the 4 years. Generalized estimating equations were used to model the binary outcome (0: no injury; 1: ≥1 injury). Factors tested on association with injury risk were sex, relative age quarter, age, maturity group, puberty status, core flexion to extension strength ratio, height percentile group, and weight percentile group. In total, 104 traumatic injuries and 39 overuse injuries were recorded. Age (odds ratio (OR) = 3.36) and weight percentile group (OR = 0.38) were significant risk factors for traumatic injuries (tendency: pubertal status). No significant risk factor for overuse injuries was identified (tendency: maturity group, puberty status, height percentile group). Future studies should focus on identifying risk factors for overuse injuries; growth rates might be of importance.

scholarly journals Lifetime economic impact of the burden of childhood stunting attributable to maternal psychosocial risk factors in 137 low/middle-income countries

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. e001144 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary C Smith Fawzi ◽  
Kathryn G Andrews ◽  
Günther Fink ◽  
Goodarz Danaei ◽  
Dana Charles McCoy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Maternal Depression ◽  
Psychosocial Factors ◽  
Maternal Education ◽  
Child Growth ◽  
Psychosocial Risk Factors ◽  
Psychosocial Risk ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Middle Income Countries ◽  
Low Middle Income Countries

IntroductionThe first 1000 days of life is a period of great potential and vulnerability. In particular, physical growth of children can be affected by the lack of access to basic needs as well as psychosocial factors, such as maternal depression. The objectives of the present study are to: (1) quantify the burden of childhood stunting in low/middle-income countries attributable to psychosocial risk factors; and (2) estimate the related lifetime economic costs.MethodsA comparative risk assessment analysis was performed with data from 137 low/middle-income countries throughout Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean, North Africa and the Middle East, and sub-Saharan Africa. The proportion of stunting prevalence, defined as <−2 SDs from the median height for age according to the WHO Child Growth Standards, and the number of cases attributable to low maternal education, intimate partner violence (IPV), maternal depression and orphanhood were calculated. The joint effect of psychosocial risk factors on stunting was estimated. The economic impact, as reflected in the total future income losses per birth cohort, was examined.ResultsApproximately 7.2 million cases of stunting in low/middle-income countries were attributable to psychosocial factors. The leading risk factor was maternal depression with 3.2 million cases attributable. Maternal depression also demonstrated the greatest economic cost at $14.5 billion, followed by low maternal education ($10.0 billion) and IPV ($8.5 billion). The joint cost of these risk factors was $29.3 billion per birth cohort.ConclusionThe cost of neglecting these psychosocial risk factors is significant. Improving access to formal secondary school education for girls may offset the risk of maternal depression, IPV and orphanhood. Focusing on maternal depression may play a key role in reducing the burden of stunting. Overall, addressing psychosocial factors among perinatal women can have a significant impact on child growth and well-being in the developing world.

scholarly journals Psychosocial Risk Factors and the Association With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Systematic Review

Hand ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 501-508 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Mansfield ◽  
Michael Thacker ◽  
Fiona Sandford
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome ◽  
Psychosocial Factors ◽  
Carpal Tunnel ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Psychosocial Risk Factors ◽  
Negative Association ◽  
Psychosocial Risk ◽  
Tunnel Syndrome

Background: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common entrapment neuropathy of the upper limb. Research has shown that associative factors for CTS include occupational and biomechanical elements, sex, and age. To date, no systematic review has been undertaken to determine specifically whether there are any psychosocial risk factors in developing CTS. The objective is to determine whether psychosocial factors are associated with and/or predict the development of CTS. Methods: A systematic review was conducted including searches of PubMed (MEDLINE), EMBASE, and CINAHL from inception to May 30, 2017. Quantitative studies must have investigated a minimum of 1 or more psychosocial factors—cognitive, affective, behavioral, vocational, or interpersonal processes (eg, social support)—and include a point or risk estimate. One reviewer conducted the search and 2 reviewers independently assessed eligibility and completed methodological quality assessment using a modified Downs and Black checklist. Data were analyzed narratively. Results: Six moderate- to high-quality studies were included in the final review. Five studies reported a positive association between psychosocial factors and CTS, where psychosocial factors were more in those who reported CTS. One study reported no positive or negative association with CTS development. Four studies reported a negative association between psychosocial factors and CTS, where psychosocial factors were less in those who reported CTS. Conclusions: There is limited evidence for a positive association between psychosocial factors and CTS. However, this was not a consistent finding across all included studies. Further research is indicated in standardizing CTS diagnostic criteria and investigating other working environments.

Enhancing Meaning at Work and Preventing Burnout

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lise Fillion ◽  
Mélanie Vachon ◽  
Pierre Gagnon
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Palliative Care ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Therapeutic Approach ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Psychosocial Risk Factors ◽  
Qualitative Studies ◽  
Workplace Stress ◽  
Psychosocial Risk ◽  
Perceived Benefits

Working in palliative care (PC) can be challenging, distressing, and rewarding. This chapter discusses and presents some suggestions to deal with particular challenges in introducing the meaning-centered intervention (MCI) for PC clinicians. Its format and content are founded on the meaning-centered psychotherapy developed for cancer patients. Frankl’s existential therapeutic approach, called logotherapy, serves as the underlying theoretical framework. The chapter describes the intervention, the purpose of which is to create strategies for enhancing meaning at work and for preventing burnout. The chapter provides an understanding of workplace stress, stressors specific to PC, psychosocial risk factors that may lead to burnout, and key ingredients retained for intervention. Elaboration and content of the MCI-PC are described. Quantitative and qualitative studies conducted with PC nurses are presented. Results support the assumption that the MCI-PC can enhance meaning at work by increasing perceived benefits and by linking coherently values and intention, choices and actions.

scholarly journals A Review of Psychosocial Models for the Development of Musculoskeletal Disorders and Common Psychosocial Instruments

2020 ◽  
pp. 9-19
Author(s):  
Kuok Ho Daniel Tang
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Psychosocial Factors ◽  
Work Organization ◽  
Psychosocial Risk Factors ◽  
Psychosocial Risk ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
Psychological Constructs ◽  
Personal Reflections ◽  
Biomechanical Factors ◽  
Psychosocial Dimension

Aims: While the biomechanical factors causing musculoskeletal disorder (MSDs) are well defined, the psychosocial dimension of MSDs is complex and affected by personal, organizational and environmental elements. There is an impetus to understand how psychosocial risk factors contribute to the manifestation of MSDs and systematically present the strengths and constraints of various instruments in assessing psychosocial risk factors. Study Design: This article critically reviews various models linking psychosocial constructs to MSDs and various instruments for evaluating psychosocial risk factors. Methodology: This article reviews the most pertinent literature which presents and discusses the connection of psychosocial domains with the development of MSDs as well as the common instruments used for evaluation of psychosocial factors. Results: It shows an intricate connection between psychosocial and biomechanical aspects compounded by organizational, individual and environmental factors. Psychosocial factors particularly psychological demand, decisional latitude, level of social support and work organization result in stress which produces strain and physiological deterioration hence MSDs. Different psychosocial risk factors have also been found to evoke MSDs in different body parts. Overarching cognitive and psychological aspects consisting of work demands, maneuver margins and work recognition have also been proposed in examining the psychosocial dimension of MSDs. Instruments for measuring psychological constructs are often subjective and rely on personal reflections. Some instruments assess multiple psychosocial factors while other assess specific attributes. There instruments share a common shortcoming of treating risk factors across different workplaces as homogenous. Conclusion: Refinement of the instruments and development of sector-specific instruments are beneficial for more reliable evaluation of psychosocial risk factors.

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