Workers with a chronic disease and work disability
Varekamp, I.; van Dijk, F.; Kroll, L. · Bundesgesundheitsblatt - Gesundheitsforschung - Gesundheitsschutz · 2013 · Heft 3 · S. 406 bis 414
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The prevalence of chronic diseases in the age group 18–65 years is high. Cardiometabolic conditions and musculoskeletal diseases are the most frequent chronic diseases. Depending on disease and comorbidity, the employment rates are considerably lower than for healthy individuals. Chronically ill workers may have problems in meeting job demands, they may experience physical, cognitive or sensory limitations, have fatigue or pain complaints or other disease symptoms. Psychological distress, depressive feelings, feelings of shame or guilt, lack of coping or communicative skills, and non-supportive colleagues and su…
