Work

Shift work and pathological conditions.

Year: 2006

Type: article

Abstract: Shift work exerts major influences on the physiological functions of the human body. These are primarily mediated by the disruption of circadian rhythms since most body functions are circadian rhythmic. Next to the disturbances caused by changes in the circadian system, shift work has also been suggested to be related to a number of other health disorders. The present study summarizes recently published data on the potential relationship between disorders and shift working.

Source: Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology

DOI: 10.1186/1745-6673-1-25

Authors: Anke van Mark, Michael Spallek, Richard Kessel, Elke Brinkmann

Institution: University of Lübeck

Language: English

Topic: Sleep and Work-Related Fatigue

Subfield: Experimental and Cognitive Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,090