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Which of the following is NOT a common type of workplace wellness program offered by Canadian companies?
Which of the following is NOT a common type of workplace wellness program offered by Canadian companies?
How might employers benefit from allowing employees to take naps during the workday?
How might employers benefit from allowing employees to take naps during the workday?
Which of the following is a common goal of work-family programs in the workplace?
Which of the following is a common goal of work-family programs in the workplace?
Which of the following is NOT a common type of flexible work arrangement?
Which of the following is NOT a common type of flexible work arrangement?
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Which of the following factors is critical to the success of workplace wellness programs?
Which of the following factors is critical to the success of workplace wellness programs?
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Which of the following is a potential benefit of telecommuting for employees?
Which of the following is a potential benefit of telecommuting for employees?
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What is one potential downside of a reduced workweek for employers?
What is one potential downside of a reduced workweek for employers?
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Which of the following is a potential benefit of job sharing for employees?
Which of the following is a potential benefit of job sharing for employees?
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What is one potential challenge for employers in implementing flexible work arrangements?
What is one potential challenge for employers in implementing flexible work arrangements?
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Which of the following is NOT a common goal of work-family programs in the workplace?
Which of the following is NOT a common goal of work-family programs in the workplace?
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Study Notes
Health Promotion Programs
- Health Promotion is a combination of diagnostic, educational, and behavioral modification activities designed to support attainment and maintenance of positive health.
- Employee and Family Assistance Programs (EFAPs) provide counseling and assistance to employees and their family members with problems that may interfere with worker productivity.
Workplace Health Promotion
- Wellness programs can thrive in small workplaces, carrying substantial benefits for employees and employers.
- Absent or lower-performing workers can have a significant impact on the workplace.
Stress Management Programs
- Cognitive-Behavioral Skills Training helps individuals think about events in new ways and be aware of how they view stressful events.
- Relaxation Training, Meditation, and Mindfulness provide skills for coping with stress.
- Increasing Social Support is also an effective approach to stress management.
- Cognitive-behavioral interventions appear to be the most effective stress-management programs.
Lifestyle Programming
- Education, Screening, and Behavioural Lifestyle Changes are essential components of health promotion programs.
- Worksite Health Promotion programs are designed to affect an employee's health practices or physical lifestyle.
- Common programs include smoking cessation, alcohol and drug testing, hypertension screening, nutrition and weight control, and physical fitness programs.
Steps in Health Promotion Programs
- Secondary-level health promotion programs: physical or psychological assessment, counseling, and referral to in-house or community-based resources.
- Tertiary-level health promotion programs: identification of symptomatic and high-risk individuals, referral or treatment, and follow-up to ensure treatment effectiveness.
Developing a Successful Program
- Keep the program in line with workplace goals and values.
- Consider multiple factors that influence health, including individual, cultural, and policy factors.
- Target programs to a range of health issues.
- Tailor programs to meet specific needs.
- Aim for high participation and engage in thorough evaluation.
- Communicate program success to stakeholders.
Unintended Consequences of WHP Programs
- Reduction of health care use by employees may lead to higher unit costs.
- Participation in fitness programs may cause work disruptions, increase fatigue, lower performance, and increase accidents.
- Health promotion can cause friction among workers.
- Diagnosis of previously unknown risk factors may contribute to absenteeism.
Workplace Wellness
- Active attempts should be made to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.
- 90% of American companies with more than 200 employees offer health-related programs.
- Canadian companies offer a range of wellness programs, including fitness and nutrition programs, and stress management programs.
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Test your knowledge on health promotion programs, including employee and family assistance programs (EFAPs) which provide counselling and support for issues like alcohol abuse and emotional well-being.
