OPAM Workshop: Basic Course in Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Part III-306850

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Dr. Bradshaw’s lecture on occupational psychiatry covers the substantial impact of mental health disorders in workplace settings. He highlights that stress and mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety are prevalent, often under-treated, and significantly impact productivity, motivation, and workplace relationships. Psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, mania, and somatoform disorders, can adversely affect work capacity and are often exacerbated by workplace stressors.<br /><br />To address these issues, Dr. Bradshaw discusses various models and strategies, including the demand-control or job-strain model, which evaluates job control and demand and their effects on health. He underlines the importance of mental health management through non-pharmacological treatments like psychotherapy and organizational strategies like employee assistance programs (EAPs) and health promotion programs. Moreover, Dr. Bradshaw evaluates the risks of workplace violence, the implications of fatigue and shift work on health, and the significance of recognizing cognitive functions when assessing psychiatric disorders.<br /><br />In conclusion, he asserts the need for individual and organizational strategies to tackle these challenges, thereby reducing financial burdens and improving overall workplace well-being.

Keywords

occupational psychiatry

mental health disorders

workplace stress

psychotherapy

employee assistance programs

workplace productivity

cognitive functions