AI Article Synopsis
- The study explored the link between mental distress and physical pain/injuries among construction workers, analyzing data from 172 workers.
- Results indicated that 16% of the workers experienced significant mental distress, which was further confirmed through clinical interviews.
- The findings highlight a concerning association between mental distress and higher rates of injuries and self-reported pain, suggesting a need for more in-depth research on mental health in this demographic.
Article Abstract
Objectives: We aimed to investigate how mental distress was associated with pain and injuries in a convenience sample of construction workers.
Methods: A cross-sectional, mental health assessment was conducted in a convenience sample of construction workers (N = 172). A subsample participated in a clinical interview (n = 10). We used a cutoff (1.50 or greater) on Hopkins Symptom Checklist-25 to determine substantial mental distress and determined associations with pain and injury outcomes.
Results: The prevalence of substantial mental distress was 16% in the workers. This was supported by follow-up clinical interviews where 9 of 10 workers fulfilled the criteria for a mental disorder. Substantial mental distress was associated with both injury rate and self-reported pain.
Conclusion: This pilot study strongly suggests the need for rigorous studies on construction worker mental health and how it affects their work and well-being.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3795897 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/JOM.0b013e31829c76b3 | DOI Listing |
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