Be well: A systems-based wellness intervention using mindfulness in the workplace – A case study

Kate M Levett, Sharyn Coughlan, Sharon Longridge, Violet Roumeliotis and Jon Adams

Journal of Management & Organization, 2019, vol. 25, issue 5, 613-634

Abstract: Introduction: Healthy work environments are essential in determining improved well-being of Australians. Job stress has been identified as a significant factor in psychological distress. This study evaluated the effect of introducing a systems-based workplace wellness programme using mindfulness in the workplace. Methods: The programme ‘Be Well’ was introduced as part of a systems-based approach to workplace health promotion, and evaluated using sick leave as a proxy for workplace stress, and the stress satisfaction offset score to determine the degree of change in stress and satisfaction. Results: There was significant reduction in sick leave (2014 vs. 2012) (p

Date: 2019
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