Pre‐retirement job and the work‐to‐retirement occupational transition process in Australia: A review

Eagers, Jackie; Franklin, Richard C.; Yau, Matthew K.; Broome, Kieran

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“…Occupational therapists’ in-depth understanding of the retirees’ roles was crucial to identify the retirees’ individualised needs to empower engagement in meaningful occupations and establish active ageing (Eagers et al, 2018). However, the nature of roles may vary according to different contexts and cultures (Guidetti et al, 2019; Park and Lee, 2022, Polatajko, 2007).…”

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Translation and validation of the Role Checklist into the Malay version among retirees

Mohamad Sabri,

Syakir Menon,

Mohd Razali

et al. 2023

British Journal of Occupational Therapy

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Introduction: Retirees undergo role transition after leaving their job. Hence, occupational therapists may assess retirees’ roles to identify their current roles’ satisfaction and anticipation. As Malaysian culture and language differed from the origin of the Role Checklist, this study aimed to translate and validate the Role Checklist into the Malay version cross-culturally. Methodology: A forward–backwards translation was conducted, followed by pilot testing among 9 experts and 20 retirees. A cross-sectional study was done among 122 Malaysian retirees to identify the translated instrument’s test–retest reliability, discriminant and convergent validity. Findings: The Role Checklist – Malay achieved almost perfect Average Content Validity Index (0.95–0.98) and Average Face Validity Index (0.92–0.96), good to excellent test–retest reliability with intraclass correlation coefficients = 0.654–0.976, and moderate to perfect agreement of Cohen’s kappa (0.620–1.00). Additionally, there were significant differences in the total number of roles ( p < 0.001) and total desired future roles ( p < 0.001) between retirees living in the community and institution. The total number of roles was positively correlated with the SWLS – Malay ( rs = 0.593, p < 0.001), EQ-5D-3L – Malay ( rs = 0.366, p < .001) and MSPSS – Malay ( rs = 0.314, p < 0.001). Conclusion: The Role Checklist – Malay was a valid and reliable instrument among Malaysian retirees.

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Translation and validation of the Role Checklist into the Malay version among retirees

Mohamad Sabri,

Syakir Menon,

Mohd Razali

et al. 2023

British Journal of Occupational Therapy

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“…Although a three stage process of retirement has being identified (preparation, transition, and retired) (Eagers et al, 2018) varying experiences of the transition exist. The work‐to‐retirement transition no longer occurs from only an abrupt cessation of paid work (Feldman, 1994) but can also encompass some work capacity (Olesen & Berry, 2011).…”

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“…In Sweden, Jonsson (2011) identified that occupational therapists can communicate the importance of and support engagement in meaningful occupations including those not only related to leisure but those that contribute to society such as volunteer activities. In Australia, Eagers et al (2018) and Eagers et al (2019) also identified occupational therapists can assist older workers to remain at work, assist people to balance work and other occupations and assist people to plan for retirement.…”

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Potential occupational therapy scope of practice in the work‐to‐retirement transition in Australia

Eagers

Franklin

Broome

et al. 2022

Aus Occup Therapy J

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Introduction Retirement, being a major life event and a focus of healthy ageing in society, creates the opportunity for occupational therapists to support people transitioning from work to retirement. Little is known about the scope of practice of occupational therapy in the work‐to‐retirement transition. The aim of this study was to, in Australia, (1) explore the potential scope of practice and factors influencing the potential scope of practice of occupational therapy in the work‐to‐retirement transition and (2) map findings to occupational therapy theoretical frameworks to assist in articulating scope of practice. Methods A qualitative study (thematic analysis as an independent approach within a qualitative descriptive methodology) was undertaken using semi‐structured interviews with Australian occupational therapists. Findings Australian occupational therapists (n = 14) were interviewed. Four themes were identified which related to the potential scope of occupational therapy practice in the work‐to‐retirement transition: finding meaningful occupation; modifying lifestyles and homes for better living; work engagement; and application of occupational therapy skills. Six themes were identified which related to contextual factors influencing the potential scope of occupational therapy practice in the work‐to‐retirement transition: right time; valuing our expertise; promoting occupation(al therapy); finding the money; life, work and retirement longevity; and social responsibility. Conclusion The work‐to‐retirement transition can be incorporated into other practice areas or can be a unique practice area allowing for a more targeted service. The frameworks of who, what, when, and where and enablement skills assist in articulating occupational therapy scope of practice in the work‐to‐retirement transition. A number of contextual factors can be barriers and/or facilitators to occupational therapy practice. More clearly articulating occupational therapy practice in the work‐to‐retirement transition will enable the profession to promote their scope of practice assisting in obtaining professional and public recognition and overcoming barriers such as funding to enable provision of services within this area.

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“…However, only a few studies have investigated sleep problems in white-collar workers. White-collar workers are described as being associated primarily with higher education and specific skills, or with low-skilled jobs that are primarily social rather than physical ( 13 ). Studies have found that long working hours affected sleep quality among male workers and female non-manual workers ( 14 , 15 ).…”

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A Cross-Sectional Study on the Relationship Among Cytokines, 5-HT2A Receptor Polymorphisms, and Sleep Quality of Non-manual Workers in Xinjiang, China

Wang

Gao

et al. 2022

Front. Psychiatry

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BackgroundStudies have shown that cytokine activity changes during the sleep-wake process, suggesting that inflammatory factors may be involved in a mechanism affecting sleep quality. Furthermore, the serotonergic system is also one of the essential components of airway relaxation during sleep, especially the serotonin 2A receptor (5-HTR2A) type that plays an important role in the sleep-wake process. Therefore, this research aimed to investigate the effects of cytokines and 5-HTR2A polymorphisms on sleep quality in non-manual workers in Urumqi, Xinjiang in order to explore the relationship between the three.MethodsThis study used a cluster sampling method to randomly select non-manual workers who worked in Urumqi, Xinjiang for at least 1 year. From July 2016 and December 2017, this study recruited 1,500 non-manual workers for physical examination in the First Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University. According to the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 1,329 non-manual workers were finally included in the questionnaire study. It used the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index questionnaire to assess sleep quality. Moreover, another 15% of respondents were randomly selected as the experimental study group. The polymerase chain reaction restriction fragment length polymorphism was used to detect 5-HTR2A gene genotypes. Simultaneously, the cytokine (IL-1β, IL-2, IL-6, and TNF-α) content was evaluated using an enzyme-linked immunoassay.ResultsThe results showed that among the 1,329 respondents, 870 had sleep quality problems, and the detection rate was 65.46%. The distribution of −1438G/A genotypes in the 5-HTR2A gene was significantly different among different sleep quality groups (p < 0.05), with no statistical significance present when comparing to T102C (p > 0.05). Logistic regression analysis showed that the AG [odds ratio (OR) = 2.771, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.054–7.287] and GG (OR = 4.037, 95% CI: 1.244–13.105) genotypes at −1438G/A loci were both associated with poor sleep quality and were thus considered the susceptibility genotypes for sleep problems. Furthermore, IL-1β was shown to be a protective factor for sleep quality (OR = 0.949, 95% CI: 0.925–0.974). The interaction results showed that AG × IL-1β (OR = 0.952, 95% CI: 0.918–0.987) was associated with a lower risk of sleep problems than AA × IL-1β.ConclusionCytokines and 5-HTR2A polymorphisms not only have independent effects on sleep but also may have cumulative effects. Therefore, it is necessary to further explore the related mechanisms affecting sleep quality to improve the sleep quality of non-manual workers.

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Pre‐retirement job and the work‐to‐retirement occupational transition process in Australia: A review

Cited by 10 publications

References 30 publications

Translation and validation of the Role Checklist into the Malay version among retirees

Translation and validation of the Role Checklist into the Malay version among retirees

Potential occupational therapy scope of practice in the work‐to‐retirement transition in Australia

A Cross-Sectional Study on the Relationship Among Cytokines, 5-HT2A Receptor Polymorphisms, and Sleep Quality of Non-manual Workers in Xinjiang, China

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