Presenteeism Reloaded – We Need a Revised Presenteeism           Approach

Priebe, Janosch A.; Hägerbäumer, Miriam

doi:10.1026/0932-4089/a000410

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“…Past reviews (e.g., Dew & Taupo, 2009; Halbesleben et al, 2014; Johns, 2010; Lohaus & Habermann, 2019; Zhang et al, 2011), position papers (Ruhle et al, 2020), and commentaries (e.g., Breitsohl et al, 2023; Ollo‐López & Nuñez, 2023; Priebe & Hägerbäumer, 2023) highlight the potential scope for further development of the existing theoretical frameworks and methodologies in this field. We contend that there are three fundamental issues that have stimulated the need for (and importance of) this Special Issue—having to do with conceptualization, measurement, and dynamism of presenteeism.…”

Section: Current Challenges: Research Gaps and Open Questionsmentioning

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Sick and working: Current challenges and emerging directions for future presenteeism research

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Presenteeism refers to working despite ill health that might otherwise warrant sickness absence. Estimated to cost tens of millions of dollars in lost productivity, the concept has attracted the attention of different academic disciplines, policymakers, and practitioners interested in mitigating the problem. Although a topic of significant interest, the current understanding of presenteeism is compromised by a number of conceptual and methodological factors that follow from one another. We begin this introductory article by providing a brief overview on three specific challenges, namely, (1) presenteeism ill-defined as a unitary construct, (2) narrowness of approaches to measure and study presenteeism, and (3) insufficient research on the social and relational dynamism that characterizes presenteeism. We then provide an overview of the eight articles that comprise this issue and analyze how they address the aforementioned three challenges by adopting alternative theoretical frameworks, utilizing new measurement approaches, and/or by shedding light on the dynamic nature of presenteeism. Finally, we discuss fresh perspectives and promising directions for future research endeavors on this topic, with the hope that this issue will inspire further research on the practical implications of presenteeism for promoting positive health and well-being at the workplace.

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Section: Current Challenges: Research Gaps and Open Questionsmentioning

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Sick and working: Current challenges and emerging directions for future presenteeism research

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“…It has been suggested that as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the measurement of presenteeism may need to be revised because countless employees are now working from home for part or all of their workweek. 46…”

Section: Worker Health and Productivity/performancementioning

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“…However, in Europe, presenteeism is viewed from the perspective of the psychological impact of lost productivity rather than the employer’s economic impact. It has been suggested that as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the measurement of presenteeism may need to be revised because countless employees are now working from home for part or all of their workweek 46 …”

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Role and Value of the Corporate Medical Director

Stave,

Burton,

Heron

et al. 2023

J Occup Environ Med

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The role of the Corporate Medical Director (CMD) has received increased attention during the COVID-19 pandemic and has continued to evolve. This updated guidance addresses the role and value of the CMD in: health policy, strategy, and leadership; fostering a culture of health and well-being; supporting worker health and productivity/performance; addressing mental health; collaborating on employer benefits design; developing programs for global health, travel medicine, and remote/extreme environments; overseeing on- and near-site clinics; incorporating digital technology, artificial intelligence, and telehealth in health programs; supporting critical incident preparedness and business continuity planning; addressing workplace hazards; and overseeing periodic executive health examinations.

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Factors of presenteeism and its association with detrimental effects among employees in Switzerland working in different sectors – a cross-sectional study using a multi-item instrument

Gerlach,

Blozik,

Meichtry

et al. 2024

Int Arch Occup Environ Health

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Purpose Presenteeism, the phenomenon of employees working despite illness, is a significant issue globally, impacting individual well-being and organizational efficiency. This study examines presenteeism among Swiss employees, exploring its occurrence, primary factors, reasons, and impact on employees’ health. Methods This study used cross-sectional data from 1,521 employees in different sectors in Switzerland. Descriptive statistics and multiple linear models for influencing factors and detrimental effects, such as burnout symptoms, job satisfaction, general health, and quality of life, were calculated for data analysis. Presenteeism was measured using the Hägerbäumer multi-item scale, ranging from 1 = “Never in case of illness” – 5 = “Very often in case of illness.” Results The employees reported that in case of illness, they rarely worked in the last 12 months M = 2.04 (SD = 1.00). A positive approach to presenteeism in the team was associated with less presenteeism (β = -0.07) and problematic leadership culture in dealing with presenteeism with increased presenteeism (β = 0.10). In addition to well-known factors, presenteeism was significant for burnout symptoms (β = 1.49), general health status (β = -1.5), and quality of life (β = -0.01). Conclusion The study offers insights into the phenomenon of presenteeism among Swiss employees in various sectors by applying a multi-item scale for presenteeism. The findings indicate that a positive team dynamic and organizational culture may significantly reduce presenteeism. Presenteeism behavior is a significant factor of adverse outcomes. This highlights the importance of acknowledging presenteeism in the context of occupational health.

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Presenteeism Reloaded – We Need a Revised Presenteeism Approach

Cited by 6 publications

References 10 publications

Sick and working: Current challenges and emerging directions for future presenteeism research

Sick and working: Current challenges and emerging directions for future presenteeism research

Role and Value of the Corporate Medical Director

Factors of presenteeism and its association with detrimental effects among employees in Switzerland working in different sectors – a cross-sectional study using a multi-item instrument

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