Experiences of returning to work after sick leave due to exhaustion disorder: a qualitative content analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Non-traumatic stress-related illnesses are associated with considerable functional impairment and costs for both individuals and societies. In Sweden, the national diagnose Exhaustion disorder (ED) is one of the most frequently diagnosed disorders in this category. Despite the major negative consequences of illnesses such as ED, there is no clear evidence on successful treatments or effective interventions to enhance return to work outcomes for this population. Therefore, the aim of this study was to explore how individuals who had returned to work after sick leave due to ED experienced the process of returning to work, including facilitating factors, significant challenges and needs of further support.

Methods

Participants were recruited from three clinics in Sto

SUBMITTER: Forslund S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12849070 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature