Differentiële effecten van mentale en lichamelijke gezondheid en copingstijl op werkvermogen

Abstract

Objective: this study examines whether mental and physical health relate diff erently to work ability, and whether these associations vary with coping style. Methods: a one-year longitudinal study was conducted among 8,842 employees aged 45-64 from the study on transitions in employment, ability and motivation (STREAM). Online questionnaires measured self-perceived mental and physical health at baseline, and coping and work ability at follow-up. The data were analyzed using hierarchical regression analysis. Results: active coping and good mental and especially physical health predicted high work ability at follow-up. Avoidant coping was negatively related to work ability. Seeking support was unrelated to work ability. Interaction effects of coping and health on work ability were weak. Conclusions: successful coping styles and good health predict high work ability and thus promoting such factors can help to improve sustainable employability.