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

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

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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

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  • Levett, Kate M & Coughlan, Sharyn & Longridge, Sharon & Roumeliotis, Violet & Adams, Jon, 2019. "Be well: A systems-based wellness intervention using mindfulness in the workplace – A case study," Journal of Management & Organization, Cambridge University Press, vol. 25(5), pages 613-634, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:cup:jomorg:v:25:y:2019:i:05:p:613-634_00
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