Development of the Japanese Version of the Self-Endangering Work Behavior (J-SEWB) Scale.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The concept of self-endangering work behavior (SEWB) was recently proposed to describe problematic behaviors to cope with heavy workloads and self-management. Although SEWB may enable workers to achieve immediate goals, it risks health and long-term work capacity. In this study, we developed a Japanese version of the SEWB (J-SEWB) scale, which was originally in German, and verified its validity and reliability.

Materials

The original SEWB scale consisted of 21 items, constituting five subscales: "Intensification of working hours," "Prolongation/extension of working hours," "Refraining from recovery/leisure activities," "Working despite illness," and "Use of stimulating substances." We translated the scale into Japanese, then checked the wording using back-translati

SUBMITTER: Yokoyama K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11250010 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature