Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Charles C. Lanfear, Rebecca Bucci, David S. Kirk, Robert J. Sampson
Summary: This study examines the differences in exposure to firearm violence by race, sex, and cohort in a longitudinal survey of children in the United States. The findings show significant disparities in exposure to violence based on race and sex, suggesting that societal conditions play a key role. The study highlights the importance of understanding the factors influencing exposure to firearm violence. Evaluation: 8 out of 10.
Review
Behavioral Sciences
Sabine Finlay, Cody Roth, Tiansha Zimsen, Zoltan Sarnyai, Brett McDermott, Tahnee Lee Bridson
Summary: This study systematically reviewed the association between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Allostatic Load (AL), finding that ACEs are associated with elevated AL and poorer health outcomes in adulthood. Furthermore, health risk behaviors, social support, and coping resources moderate or mediate this association.
NEUROSCIENCE AND BIOBEHAVIORAL REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Psychiatry
Hailey N. Miller, Sarah LaFave, Lea Marineau, Janna Stephens, Roland J. Thorpe
Summary: Evidence suggests a significant positive association between discrimination and allostatic load, with various types of discrimination such as lifetime discrimination and childhood racial discrimination. However, the relationship may differ based on educational attainment.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHOSOMATIC RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Eadaoin Whelan, Jen O'Shea, Eithne Hunt, Samantha Dockray
Summary: Defining measures of AL during adolescence may help to identify vulnerabilities specific to adolescents, which may shape their lifelong health trajectories.
PSYCHONEUROENDOCRINOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Psychiatry
Marcella Lucente, Jenny Guidi
Summary: This systematic review aimed to summarize the current knowledge on allostatic load/overload among children and adolescents. The findings revealed an association between allostatic load and sociodemographic characteristics, environmental factors, as well as physical and mental health outcomes in pediatric populations. The results support the clinical utility of identifying allostatic load and overload in children and adolescents across various settings.
PSYCHOTHERAPY AND PSYCHOSOMATICS
(2023)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Laura Scholaske, Pathik D. Wadhwa, Sonja Entringer
Summary: The association of acculturation with stress biomarkers is complex and may vary depending on the population studied and the specific measures of acculturation used. Longitudinal studies and multidimensional measures of acculturation are needed to better understand the relationship between acculturation and health outcomes.
PSYCHONEUROENDOCRINOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Jodie G. Katon, Torie C. Plowden, Erica E. Marsh
Summary: Uterine fibroids and endometriosis are two common gynecologic conditions in reproductive-aged women. There are significant racial disparities, with higher prevalence of fibroids among Black women and similar or lower prevalence of endometriosis compared to White women. These disparities may be attributed to social, structural, and political factors, as Black women experience greater exposure to risk factors and worse clinical outcomes.
FERTILITY AND STERILITY
(2023)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Dinne S. Christensen, Robert Zachariae, Ali Amidi, Lisa M. Wu
Summary: This study found significant associations between sleep disturbances and higher allostatic load, as well as between long sleep duration and higher allostatic load. However, no associations were found for short sleep duration or sleep duration in general. Future research should focus on identifying mechanisms and directionality in longitudinal studies.
SLEEP MEDICINE REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Francis Osei, Andrea Block, Pia-Maria Wippert
Summary: This systematic review examined the association between the primary mediators of allostatic load and metabolic syndrome. The study found that higher levels of serum cortisol, salivary cortisol, urinary cortisol, hair cortisol, and lower levels of DHEAS were associated with metabolic syndrome.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Huan Xu, Tingting Yang, Bing Guo, Yangzong Silang, Yingxue Dai, Kangzhuo Baima, Yang Gao, Simei Tang, Jing Wei, Ye Jiang, Shiyu Feng, Sicheng Li, Xiong Xiao, Xing Zhao
Summary: This study explores the relationship between chronic exposure to ambient air pollution and allostatic load in Chinese adults. Results show that long-term exposure to PM2.5, PM10, and O-3 is associated with an increased risk of allostatic load.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Behavioral Sciences
Tomiko Yoneda, Tristen Lozinski, Nicholas Turiano, Tom Booth, Eileen K. Graham, Daniel Mroczek, Graciela Muniz Terrera
Summary: Further understanding of the associations between personality traits and allostatic load (AL) may be important for predicting, addressing, and optimizing health outcomes. This review synthesized the existing literature reporting the association between the Big Five personality traits and AL in adults to identify the generalizability and robustness of relationships, potential mechanisms underlying the associations, and study characteristics that may be contributing to inconsistencies in the field.
NEUROSCIENCE AND BIOBEHAVIORAL REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Erik L. Knight, Yanping Jiang, Jacqueline Rodriguez-Stanley, David M. Almeida, Christopher G. Engeland, Samuele Zilioli
Summary: Exposure to and perceptions of stress are associated with altered systemic inflammation, with diurnal cortisol slopes playing a role in linking self-reported psychological stress to inflammation. The results support an allostatic load model of psychosomatic health, highlighting the importance of cortisol in understanding the relationship between stress exposure, perceived stress, and immune functioning.
BRAIN BEHAVIOR AND IMMUNITY
(2021)
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Shahirose Sadrudin Premji, Gianella Santos Pana, Alexander Cuncannon, Paul E. Ronksley, Aliyah Dosani, K. Alix Hayden, Sharifa Lalani, Joseph Wangira Musana, Kiran Shaikh, Ilona S. Yim
Summary: This systematic review examines the association between prenatal allostatic load and preterm birth and finds mixed evidence. The study suggests that factors such as measurement methods and timing of allostatic load, study design, and socio-demographic characteristics may influence this association.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Jie Shen, Bernard F. Fuemmeler, Yufan Guan, Hua Zhao
Summary: This study examined the association between chronic stress and cancer risk, finding that women with higher levels of chronic stress had a 64% increased risk of overall cancer. This suggests that chronic stress may play a role in the development of cancer.
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Kemal Davaslioglu, Bob Pokorny, Yalin E. Sagduyu, Henrik Molintas, Sohraab Soltani, Rebecca Grossman, Clint Bowers
Summary: The Collective Allostatic Load Measures system is designed to collect, aggregate, and analyze multimodal data from teams to improve performance and resilience under acute and chronic stressors by providing recommendation and intervention mechanisms based on real-time measurements of collective allostatic load.
STRUCTURAL HEALTH MONITORING-AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Guido Alessandri, Lorenzo Filosa, Sabine Sonnentag, Giuseppe Crea, Laura Borgnogni, Lorenzo Avanzi, Luigi Cinque, Elisabetta Crocetti
Summary: Inspired by the Conservation of Resource theory, this study investigated the predictors of workers' well-being during the COVID-19 outbreak, including personal vulnerabilities, social and work-related stressors, and resources. Results showed that personality traits and key aspects of individuals' relationship with their work, such as job insecurity and trust in the organization, played a role in promoting or hampering workers' adjustment. Interactions between stressors and resources were also found.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Applied
Ulla Kinnunen, Michelle Van Laethem, Marjaana Sianoja, Jessica de Bloom
Summary: Studies consistently show that stress has negative effects on sleep, but less attention has been given to the reverse relationship. This study examined the daily relationship between sleep quality and quantity, subjective and physiological stress in an occupational context. The results suggest that better sleep quality and longer sleep hours are related to increased vigour, which in turn lowers subjective stress.
Review
Rehabilitation
Ceciel H. Heijkants, Astrid de Wind, Madelon L. M. van Hooff, Sabine A. E. Geurts, Cecile R. L. Boot
Summary: This review systematically evaluated the effectiveness of workplace interventions on the sustainable employability of healthcare professionals in aged care. The results indicated strong evidence for the effects of interventions on employability and workability, but insufficient evidence for vitality. Additionally, the alignment of interventions with the targeted components of sustainable employability was found to be crucial for effectiveness.
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL REHABILITATION
(2023)
Review
Psychology, Applied
Sabine Sonnentag, Louis Tay, Hadar Nesher Shoshan
Summary: Research in psychology and organizational behavior has made significant progress in understanding the impact of various factors on employee health and well-being. This article reviews the influence of individual workplace characteristics, interpersonal and teamwork factors, leadership, and employee behaviors on health and well-being. It also discusses how health and well-being can predict work characteristics and behavior. Emerging topics such as job-related health and well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic, technology-enabled connectivity to work, micro-interventions, and dynamism in health and well-being are highlighted. The article also emphasizes cross-cultural and international perspectives, as well as issues of diversity and inclusion in organizations. Suggestions for future research and practical implications for improving employee health and well-being are provided.
PERSONNEL PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Monika Wiegelmann, Jette Voelker, Sabine Sonnentag
Summary: Sleep quality is related to employees' vigor trajectory during the day, especially on days with high workload. This study examines the differential effects of sleep characteristics and on-the-job experiences on employees' energetic state.
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Applied
Hadar Nesher Shoshan, Laura Venz, Sabine Sonnentag
Summary: This study examines the dynamic reciprocal relations between service employees' exhaustion and surface acting, as well as deep acting. The findings suggest that exhaustion is an antecedent of surface acting and that surface acting directly leads to subsequent exhaustion. These findings underscore the importance of integrating exhaustion and surface acting into the emotional labor literature, as well as studying the direct well-being costs of surface acting in single service episodes.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jette Voelker, Anne Casper, Theresa J. S. Koch, Sabine Sonnentag
Summary: Cohabiting dual-earner couples are increasingly common, but previous recovery research has not considered the partner's influence. This study examines the recovery processes of dual-earner couples from a circadian perspective. The findings suggest that unfinished tasks hinder engagement in joint activities and detachment, while engagement in joint time enhances recovery experiences. The matching of partners' chronotypes moderates the relationship between unfinished tasks and engagement in joint time.
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Merly Kosenkranius, Floor Rink, Oliver Weigelt, Jessica de Bloom
Summary: We conducted a study using experience sampling methodology and the integrative needs model of crafting to examine employees' daily energy trajectories and the effects of needs-based crafting on energy conservation throughout the day. Our findings showed that energy followed an inverted U-shaped pattern, increasing until noon and then steadily decreasing until bedtime. However, employees' crafting efforts contributed to these trajectories, with higher energy levels in the morning and afternoon on days when employees engaged in more crafting. These positive effects disappeared toward the end of the day. Crafted efforts followed a linear trajectory, increasing over the course of the day, suggesting it is a proactive strategy people engage in outside of work. This research contributes to our understanding of energy and the within-person energy effects of crafting efforts.
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Applied
Maike Arnold, Sabine Sonnentag
Summary: Taking a temporal perspective, this study examined how employees' mood develops during the workday and found that evening recovery experiences, such as psychological detachment and relaxation, indirectly predict mood trajectories through sleep quality and start-of-work mood.
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Nanxi Yan, Jessica de Bloom, Elizabeth Halpenny
Summary: Leisure engagement plays a crucial role in individuals' well-being. While most research focuses on the benefits of everyday leisure participation, recent scholarly interest has turned towards studying vacation-taking as an extraordinary leisure activity and its contribution to subjective well-being. However, the relationship between vacation-taking and well-being lacks a cohesive understanding. In this integrative review, we examined 125 articles to understand the different ways and conditions in which people can benefit from vacations, highlighting the potential pathways through which leisure vacations can enhance well-being. We also proposed a future research agenda that incorporates individual, professional, and social influences on vacationers' well-being.
JOURNAL OF LEISURE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Krisna Adiasto, Madelon L. M. van Hooff, Debby G. J. Beckers, Sabine A. E. Geurts
Summary: This study investigated whether self-selected songs for stress recovery have common audio features, and examined the relationship between audio features and desired recovery emotions. The results showed that self-selected songs can be grouped into two categories, with similarities and differences in certain audio features. However, no significant associations were found between audio features and desired recovery emotions.
Article
Psychology, Applied
Theresa J. S. Koch, Jette Voelker, Sabine Sonnentag
Summary: Health behaviors are important in everyday work life and affect employees' emotions. Worksite interventions, such as goal-striving approaches, have been developed to promote health behaviors, but often neglect the simultaneous pursuit of work tasks. In our study, we found that the importance of health behavior goals predicts progress, which in turn affects pride and shame at the end of the workday. The negative relation between health-behavior goal progress and shame is stronger on low work-task progress days.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Maike Arnold, Anne Casper, Sabine Sonnentag
Summary: This study examines how recovery experiences develop during the evening and whether these developments are important for next-day mood states. Data from 92 employees over 10 workdays showed that psychological detachment follows a positive linear trend and is important for next-day mood.
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Applied
Monique Mohr, Hadar Nesher Shoshan, Sabine Sonnentag
Summary: This study investigated how two dimensions of work-related perfectionism, namely perfectionistic strivings and concerns, affect employees' daily planning, procrastination, and self-blaming at work. The results showed that perfectionistic strivings were positively related to planning, while perfectionistic concerns were positively related to self-blaming.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF WORK AND ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sabine Sonnentag, Maria U. Kottwitz, Theresa J. S. Koch, Jette Voelker
Summary: Studies have found a reciprocal relationship between work and health behaviors such as physical exercise and healthy eating. To further investigate this phenomenon, researchers developed and validated short scales to measure the experiences of enrichment and conflict between work and health behaviors. These scales were tested in three studies, with the factor structure being replicated across the studies. The results showed that enrichment experiences were associated with job rewards, organizational health behavior climate, exercise and healthy eating identities, actual physical exercise and fruit/vegetable consumption, and lower body mass index. Conflict experiences were associated with high work effort, lower exercise and healthy eating identities, lack of physical exercise, and lower fruit/vegetable consumption.
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SCIENCE
(2023)
