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Articles about 'Psychosocial'

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Culture not trauma — a new approach to identifying and preventing mental harm in first responders: Part 2

contributorLauren Finestone

A study highlights the importance of addressing ‘moral injury’, organisational practices and psychosocial safety to promote the well-being of first responders and prevent psychological harm.

Culture not trauma — a new approach to identifying and preventing mental harm in first responders (Part 1)

contributorLauren Finestone

A study suggests it’s time for a rethink on what causes distress in first responders and how to prevent and treat it.

The social network — how others’ fears about pain affect RTW

contributorLauren Finestone

The fears that the people around injured workers — their employers, family members and GPs — have about pain and (re)injury can influence RTW. Everyone involved in the RTW process must get the message that the benefits of returning to work out

‘You look much prettier when you smile’ — emerging psychosocial risks in the hospitality industry

contributorLauren Finestone

A study identifies some new psychosocial risks in hospitality jobs and proposes a way to assess them.

Let’s (not just) get physical — psychosocial hazards play a role in musculoskeletal disorders too

contributorLauren Finestone

Three recent studies show how important it is for workplaces to focus on identifying and controlling psychosocial as well as physical hazards if they want to reduce musculoskeletal disorders.

Can work health and safety management systems address psychosocial risks?

contributorLauren Finestone

Using anonymous data in workplace risk assessments, taking the results seriously and having a systematic approach to managing them can help organisations deal with psychosocial risks.

Mind and mood — how psychosocial factors shape recovery from surgery

contributorLauren Finestone

Research shows that our emotional and mental state can influence how well we heal and bounce back from surgery.

Webinar recording - Online Pain Education Network (OPEN): Meeting the challenges of providing training in high value pain management

contributorProfessor Michael Nicholas

Professor Michael Nicholas from the University of Sydney will outline the key components of this initiative designed to equip healthcare providers with the confidence and skills needed to support injured workers with persistent pain.

Webinar recording — Chronic Pain in Claims

contributorKathy Hubble

Kathy Hubble of Amelio Health, delves into the nature of chronic pain, explores approaches to its management, and offers valuable insights for healthcare professionals, claims managers, and anyone involved in supporting individuals with chronic pain condi

Webinar recording — The Orebro: The power of early psychosocial screening and management to ensure a smooth recovery and return to work and life.

contributorDr Cassandra Zaina

This webinar, presented by Dr. Cassandra Zaina, discusses the importance and implementation of the Örebro Musculoskeletal Pain Questionnaire (ÖMPQ) in early psychosocial screening for workers' compensation cases.

It’s time to bring a wide-angle lens to understanding pain

contributorLauren Finestone

Taking a wide-angle view of pain — one that looks beyond the physical to encompass the psychological and the social — can help people live fuller, more satisfying lives.

Nine to thrive — the health benefits of work

contributorLauren Finestone

An important message for healthcare providers to give injured workers is that working is good for their recovery and their health.

It pays to share (evidence-based messages)

contributorRTWMatters team

Ten reasons to share the key messages from It Pays To Care with everyone who works with workers’ compensation claimants.

Heading mental health injury claims off at the pass

contributorLauren Finestone

Tips for some proactive strategies organisations can use to address mental health concerns before they escalate and become a workers’ comp claim.