Quality assessment of work recovery activities: guidance for recovering from work-related demands

This study tested a revised work recovery process model and provides guidance for work recovery activities based on their recovery quality value. A diverse sample of 540 MTurk workers served as the participants for this in-depth, mixed method approach to evaluating workers’ recovery activities (preferred and actual) as well as recovery needs. Using a modified model of the stress-recovery process, recovery quality was measured in terms of psychological detachment, mastery, and control, with relaxation serving as an outcome state associated with the proposed three core recovery mechanisms. A variety of analyses were used to support the idea that active recovery in peaceful, natural environments are more recovery-enhancing and to support the revised model. Results show how resources can effectively be replenished even when work-related demands are high (leading to better well-being and need for recovery outcomes). A comprehensive table of specific activities is provided as actionable guidance for optimal recovery.

Grantor dc:publisher

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

Author dc:creator

• Nixon, Emily

Contributors dc:contributor

• Cunningham, Christopher J. L.
• O'Leary, Brian J.; Black, Kristen Jennings, 1991-
• College of Arts and Sciences

• Employee morale
• Job stress
• Work -- Psychological aspects

Licence

• https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

Language dc:language

English, eng

Repository record dc:identifier

https://scholar.utc.edu/theses/639

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:scholar.utc.edu:theses-1804