A recent article  in The Conversation explores how supervisors can better support employees living with chronic pain. Durgu Biricik Gulseren, associate professor at the School of Human Resource Management, is one of the article’s three authors.ÌýÌý
Drawing on their research, the authors found that supportive leadership was associated with better psychological well-being among employees with chronic pain, which in turn can help reduce physical pain in the workplace. The article outlines practical strategies for supervisors, including taking employees’ concerns seriously, granting flexibility around tasks and work arrangements and seeking their feedback on workplace challenges.
Gulseren holds a PhD in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Saint Mary’s University. Her research focuses on work disability, leadership and healthy, sustainable work.
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