Can HRM predict mental health crises? Using HR analytics to unpack the link between employment and suicidal thoughts and behaviors

2022 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rina Hastuti ◽  
Andrew R. Timming
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Predictive Analytics ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Conservation Of Resources ◽  
Employee Assistance ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Hr Function ◽  
Employee Mental Health ◽  
Suicidal Thoughts And Behaviors

PurposeThe aim of this research is to determine the extent to which the human resource (HR) function can screen and potentially predict suicidal employees and offer preventative mental health assistance.Design/methodology/approachDrawing from the 2019 National Survey of Drug Use and Health (N = 56,136), this paper employs multivariate binary logistic regression to model the work-related predictors of suicidal ideation, planning and attempts.FindingsThe results indicate that known periods of joblessness, the total number of sick days and absenteeism over the last 12 months are significantly associated with various suicidal outcomes while controlling for key psychosocial correlates. The results also indicate that employee assistance programs are associated with a significantly reduced likelihood of suicidal ideation. These findings are consistent with conservation of resources theory.Research limitations/implicationsThis research demonstrates preliminarily that the HR function can unobtrusively detect employee mental health crises by collecting data on key predictors.Originality/valueIn the era of COVID-19, employers have a duty of care to safeguard employee mental health. To this end, the authors offer an innovative way through which the HR function can employ predictive analytics to address mental health crises before they result in tragedy.

Organizational justice and employee mental health’s moderating roles in organizational identification

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 68-84 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sumita Rai
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Organizational Justice ◽  
Organizational Identification ◽  
Interactional Justice ◽  
Moderating Effect ◽  
Positive Interaction ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Employee Mental Health ◽  
The Impact

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to test the impact of organizational justice on employees’ mental health. This paper is also an attempt to understand the moderating role of organizational identification on organizational justice and employee mental health. Design/methodology/approach – Standard questionnaires were used to collect data. A survey study was conducted in two multinational companies located in northern and southern part of India. The sample size of the study was 321. Findings – The result of hierarchical regression highlights that distributive and interactional justice were significantly correlated with employee mental health with positive interaction effect in the case of strong identification. Moderating effect of organizational identification on mental health and organizational justice was also found significant. Research limitations/implications – The theoretical development from this paper will contribute to organizational justice research presenting its impact on employee mental health. The moderating effect of organizational identification will bring a new dimension to understand the relationship of organizational justice and mental health. Practical implications – This study will provide insight to practicing manager to reinforce organizational justice practices at workplace. This will also help manager and leader to understand the identification level of employee with organization, and its impact on mental health. Originality/value – This paper explores all the three forms of organizational justice as antecedents. It also studied employee mental health as consequence and the role of organizational identification as moderator on justice and mental health.

scholarly journals Psychological Characteristics and Addiction Propensity According to Content Type of Smartphone Use

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (7) ◽  
pp. 2292
Author(s):  
Jinhee Lee ◽  
Joung-Sook Ahn ◽  
Seongho Min ◽  
Min-Hyuk Kim
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Depressive Mood ◽  
Psychological Characteristics ◽  
School Students ◽  
Problematic Smartphone Use ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Smartphone Use

The aim of this study was to evaluate the association between content type of smartphone use and psychological characteristics and addiction propensity, including the average time of smartphone use and problematic smartphone use. Data were obtained from the 2017 Korea Youth Risk Behavior Web-Based Survey, a nationally representative survey of middle- and high-school students (n = 62,276). The content type of smartphone use was divided into four categories: (1) Study, (2) Social-Networking Services (SNS), (3) Game, and (4) Entertainment. The association of depressive mood and suicidal ideation with content type of smartphone use was analyzed, using multiple and binary logistic regression analyses, respectively. The relationship between content type of smartphone use and time spent on smartphone use and problematic smartphone use was analyzed by using multiple logistic regression, adjusted for related covariables. The results of this study revealed that depressive mood and suicidal ideation were significantly associated with the SNS smartphone use group, compared with the other groups. Our results also indicate that the SNS group showed higher addiction propensity, such as overuse and experiencing adverse consequences of smartphone use.

scholarly journals Contributions of childhood peer victimization and/or maltreatment to young adult anxiety, depression, and suicidality: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Melissa Macalli ◽  
Massimiliano Orri ◽  
Christophe Tzourio ◽  
Sylvana M. Côté
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Suicide Attempt ◽  
Peer Victimization ◽  
Childhood Maltreatment ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Anxiety Depression ◽  
Suicidal Thoughts And Behaviors ◽  
Parental Maltreatment

Abstract Background Childhood maltreatment and peer victimization are major risk factors for depression and suicidal behavior. Furthermore, childhood maltreatment increases the risk of peer victimization. Our objective was to distinguish between the contributions of parental maltreatment and peer victimization to the development of mental health problems in young adulthood. Specifically, we tested whether peer victimization alone or in combination with parental maltreatment before 18 years old was associated with anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts and behaviors at age 21 years. Methods We analyzed data collected from questionnaires administered in the i-Share (Internet-based Students’ Health ResearchEnterprise) study in France from February 2013 to September 2019 (N = 2271 participants). We performed multinomial and binary logistic regression analyses to assess the single and combined contributions of childhood peer victimization and parental maltreatment to anxiety, depression, and suicidality in adulthood. Results Nearly one third of students (28.8%) reported at least one mental health problem; 29.8% reported peer victimization alone; 7.5% reported parental maltreatment alone; and 10.3% reported both parental maltreatment and victimization. In multivariate models, compared to participants that did not experience maltreatment or peer victimization, those that experienced peer victimization alone were more likely to report anxiety (adjusted odds ratio [aOR]: 1.90; 95% CI: 1.50–2.40), depression (aOR: 1.95; 95% CI: 1.46–2.60), or suicidal ideation, without (aOR: 1.62; 95% CI: 1.26–2.09) or with a suicide attempt (aOR: 2.70; 95% CI: 1.51–4.85). Similar associations were observed for participants that experienced maltreatment alone. Participants that experienced both maltreatment and peer victimization were at increased risk of depression (aOR: 2.63; 95% CI: 1.79–3.86) and suicidal ideation, with (aOR: 9.19; 95% CI: 4.98–16.92) and without a suicide attempt (aOR: 2.64; 95% CI: 1.86–3.76). Conclusions Separate and combined exposures to parental maltreatment and peer victimization in childhood or adolescence were associated with increased risks of anxiety, depression, and suicidal behaviors. Peer victimization appeared to play a specific role in mental health disorders that were not otherwise explained by polyvictimization. Currently, peer victimization is a frequent, but avoidable type of child abuse; therefore, these findings have implications for policies for preventing and dealing with peer victimization.

scholarly journals Self-harm and suicidal ideation during the COVID-19 outbreak in Lebanon: a preliminary study

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ismael Maatouk ◽  
Moubadda Assi ◽  
Rusi Jaspal
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Job Insecurity ◽  
Political Trust ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Poor Mental Health ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Self Harm

PurposeThis cross-sectional study focuses on the social psychological correlates of self-harm and suicidal ideation during the COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) outbreak in Lebanon, which is a country characterized by political and economic instability.Design/methodology/approachA convenience sample of 191 Lebanese individuals completed measures of length of being in lockdown, fear of COVID-19, job insecurity, political trust, self-harm and suicidal ideation. Data were analyzed using independent samples t-tests and multiple regression.FindingsFear of COVID-19 was associated with neither self-harm nor suicidal ideation. Males and people with lower income reported higher suicidal ideation than females and those with higher income, respectively, and religiosity was inversely associated with suicidal ideation. People who reported self-harm generally exhibited lower political trust than those who did not report self-harm.Research limitations/implicationsBeyond the fear of COVID-19, the socioeconomic sequelae of COVID-19 (especially the economic fallout and declining political trust), which are accentuated in already economically and politically unstable societies, may precipitate poor mental health and maladaptive coping strategies in Lebanon. There is a need to ensure adequate access to mental health services to the general population amid the COVID-19 outbreak in Lebanon.Originality/valueThis study provides novel insight into the risk factors for self-harm and suicidal ideation in Lebanon during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The impact of equity sensitivity on mental health, innovation orientation, and turnover intention in the Hungarian and Indian contexts

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sumita Rai ◽  
Eszter Megyeri ◽  
Klára Kazár
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Sample Size ◽  
Turnover Intention ◽  
Turnover Intentions ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Equity Sensitivity ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Health Innovation ◽  
Employee Mental Health ◽  
The Impact

Purpose Economic turbulence brings a significant impact in the mental health of workforce on both developed and developing countries. The purpose of this paper is to explore the impact of equity sensitivity on employee mental health. Innovation is considered to be among the critical drivers for the success and future of organizational existence, therefore this paper also investigates how the equity sensitivity impacts innovation orientation and turnover intentions across two geographies India and Hungary. Design/methodology/approach An online survey was carried out among Hungarian and Indian students. Students were selected only on the basis of having two to three years of work experience and also from good business and economics colleges from India and Hungary. Findings The results were analyzed using partial least square–structural equation modelling method to test the hypotheses and it showed that equity sensitivity has a positive effect on employee mental health. The findings of the study highlight that even with significant cultural differences equity sensitivity perception does not differ between Hungary and India. Research limitations/implications The relationship between equity sensitivity and employee mental health is an important area to understand in a volatile economy. Innovation orientation and turnover intention both are important to understand the productivity of any organization; this paper is an effort to understand the impact of both variables bringing in the positive or negative impact on the growth of an organization. Limitations of this study include the sample size, cross-sectional data. Future studies can be based on a larger sample size from wider cross-sections and cultures. Practical implications Managers need to give importance to understand the equity sensitivity of employee and how it impacts their mental health and well-being. Knowing the volatile nature of economy this becomes very relevant and important for managers and organizations. Social implications This study is important to understand that how two countries that are significantly different in cultural values still have no difference in equity sensitivity perception. Therefore, equity sensitivity is an important determinant to bring innovation and productivity in organizations across cultures. Originality/value These findings contribute to literature of equity sensitivity by exploring the impact of equity sensitivity on employee mental health in the context of two countries. Mental health is a concern not only in India but also in Hungarian context as well.

Suicide risk in the UK trans population and the role of gender transition in decreasing suicidal ideation and suicide attempt

2014 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 209-220 ◽  
Author(s):  
Louis Bailey ◽  
Sonja J. Ellis ◽  
Jay McNeil
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Suicide Attempt ◽  
Gender Dysphoria ◽  
Suicide Risk ◽  
Lifetime Prevalence ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Trans People ◽  
Gender Reassignment ◽  
The Uk

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to present findings from the Trans Mental Health Study (McNeil et al., 2012) – the largest survey of the UK trans population to date and the first to explore trans mental health and well-being within a UK context. Findings around suicidal ideation and suicide attempt are presented and the impact of gender dysphoria, minority stress and medical delay, in particular, are highlighted. Design/methodology/approach – This represents a narrative analysis of qualitative sections of a survey that utilised both open and closed questions. The study drew on a non-random sample (n=889), obtained via a range of UK-based support organisations and services. Findings – The study revealed high rates of suicidal ideation (84 per cent lifetime prevalence) and attempted suicide (48 per cent lifetime prevalence) within this sample. A supportive environment for social transition and timely access to gender reassignment, for those who required it, emerged as key protective factors. Subsequently, gender dysphoria, confusion/denial about gender, fears around transitioning, gender reassignment treatment delays and refusals, and social stigma increased suicide risk within this sample. Research limitations/implications – Due to the limitations of undertaking research with this population, the research is not demographically representative. Practical implications – The study found that trans people are most at risk prior to social and/or medical transition and that, in many cases, trans people who require access to hormones and surgery can be left unsupported for dangerously long periods of time. The paper highlights the devastating impact that delaying or denying gender reassignment treatment can have and urges commissioners and practitioners to prioritise timely intervention and support. Originality/value – The first exploration of suicidal ideation and suicide attempt within the UK trans population revealing key findings pertaining to social and medical transition, crucial for policy makers, commissioners and practitioners working across gender identity services, mental health services and suicide prevention.

scholarly journals Japanese managers’ experiences of neuro-linguistic programming: a qualitative investigation

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 174-185 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yasuhiro Kotera ◽  
William Van Gordon
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Training ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Senior Managers ◽  
Data Set ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Health And Wellbeing ◽  
The Mind ◽  
Employee Mental Health

Purpose Though several work-related mental health training initiatives have been implemented in Japan, the effectiveness of such approaches remains unclear. Consequently, some Japanese corporations prefer using interventions such as neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) to improve employee mental health and wellbeing. This language-based development methodology has been the subject of debate in terms of the quality of the underlying empirical evidence. However, a perspective missing from this debate is an evidence-based understanding of the first-hand experiences of employees that have undertaken NLP training. The purpose of this paper is to inform this debate by conducting a rigorous qualitative examination of the experiences of Japanese senior managers who had recently received training in NLP. Design/methodology/approach Semi-structured interviews attended by 11 Japanese NLP master practitioners were analysed using thematic analysis. Findings Four themes emerged from the data set: improving work-related mental health, NLP fosters a better understanding of the mind, NLP helps to reframe perspectives relating to work and mental health, and challenges of NLP training. Originality/value While managers found NLP training skills such as reframing and neuro-logical levels useful to their managerial practice and mental health more generally, they raised concerns about NLP’s reputation as well as the utility of some of the techniques employed in NLP.

People analytics and the rise of HR: how data, analytics and emerging technology can transform human resources (HR) into a profit center

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 42-46 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael DiClaudio
Keyword(s):  
Data Analytics ◽  
Predictive Analytics ◽  
Emerging Technology ◽  
Customer Relationship ◽  
High Turnover ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Profit Center ◽  
Cloud Data ◽  
Strategic Value ◽  
Hr Function

Purpose Employee and workforce insights are the greatest competitive advantage for organizations dealing with the disruption and uncertainty driving dramatic changes in today’s workplace. Embedded in this is the growing expectation of the human resource (HR) function to understand how workforce analytics informs the business and fuels success. This paper aims to explore how the HR function can achieve this. Design/methodology/approach The evolution of the “Future of HR” and how it is moving from “descriptive and diagnostic” to “prescriptive and predictive.” Findings According to KPMG’s 2019 Future of HR survey: 37 per cent of respondents feel “very confident” about HR’s actual ability to transform and move them forward via key capabilities such as analytics and artificial intelligence (AI). Over the next year or two, 60 per cent say they plan to invest in predictive analytics. Among those who have invested in AI to date, 88 per cent call the investment worthwhile, with analytics listed as a main priority (33 per cent). Despite data’s remarkable ability to deliver news insights and enhance decision-making, 20 per cent of HR believe analytics will be a primary HR initiative for them over the next one to two years, and only 12 per cent cite analytics as a top management concern. Research limitations/implications Taking a page from meeting customer needs, innovative technologies such as AI and the cloud, data analytics can give an organization the potential to gather infinitely greater amounts of information about customers. Practical implications Today’s workforce analytics focuses mostly on what happened and why. For instance, you might have tools for identifying areas of high turnover and diagnosing the reasons. But thanks to advancements in technology and data analytics capabilities, HR is better-positioned to be the predictive engine required for the organization’s success. Social implications There has never been a better time for HR to create greater strategic value, as the potential for meaningful workforce insights and analytics comes within reach. Even advancements in cloud-based systems for human capital management are coming packaged with analytics and visualization capabilities, enabling HR leaders to integrate people data with other data sources, such as customer relationship management, for a full view of the business. Originality/value This paper will be of value to HR leaders and practitioners who wish to use predictive analytics and emerging technology to drive performance improvement and gain the insights about their workforces.

scholarly journals "Are we doing enough": An evaluation of the utilization of employee assistance programs to support the mental health needs of employees during the COVID-19 pandemic

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Darren Brooks ◽  
Jeff Ling
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Health Needs ◽  
Employee Assistance Programs ◽  
Employee Assistance ◽  
Mental Health Needs ◽  
Assistance Programs ◽  
Race Ethnicity ◽  
Employee Mental Health

The purpose of this study was to examine EAP utilization as a result of the pandemic. Specifically, it looked at whether the EAP utilization has increased in a post-pandemic environment, whether demographic factors age, gender, or race/ethnicity influence EAP utilization, and how employers promote EAP benefits to support employee mental health needs during the pandemic.

Factors related to suicide among students: a narrative review of psychological literature

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Saba Javed ◽  
Khadeeja Munawar
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Suicidal Behavior ◽  
Help Seeking ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Life Stressors ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Important Public Health Problem ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Mental Health Issues

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to provide an educational overview of suicidal behavior and the factors related to suicidality among students between the ages of 18 and 30 years. Design/methodology/approach The literature related to suicide among students were identified through various electronic database searches. The databases searched included: PsycINFO, PubMed, MEDLINE, ERIC/ProQuest, Embase, Scopus, Google Scholar and PMC using the following search terms and their derivatives: suicide/self-harm, suicide risk and students, mental health issues and suicide, substance use and suicide, childhood adversities and suicide, recent life stressors, help-seeking attitude and elevated suicidal risk, help-seeking behavior and suicide and subjective factors and suicide. Findings Suicide is an important public health problem. Several factors influence suicide (including suicidal ideation and taking life or dying by suicide) such as genetics, family functions, socioeconomic status, personality and psychiatric comorbidity. The main themes that were investigated included: mental health issues, childhood adversity and recent life stressors, barriers toward seeking professional help and subjective factors (psychache risk of suicidal behavior, impulsivity, aggression). Originality/value This review focuses on several modifiable psychological factors that have been shown to contribute toward suicidal ideation in youth, especially among university students.

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