The use of Spielberger's State-Trait Personality Inventory (trait anxiety subscale) with naval subaquatic specialists.

Abstract:

OBJECTIVES:Panic behavior poses a particular threat to the health and safety of subaquatic occupational specialists. Trait anxiety has previously been identified as a marker of panic behavior under water, and Spielberger's State-Trait Personality Inventory (trait anxiety subscale) has been previously used to measure trait anxiety among subaquatic specialists. Using archived data, the trait anxiety scores of subaquatic specialists were analyzed to meet 3 objectives: 1stly - to develop a trait anxiety profile of subaquatic specialists; 2ndly - to investigate the predictive value of trait anxiety measures upon entering an occupational field; and 3rdly - to establish the reliability of these scores over time. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Archival trait-anxiety data from 322 subjects were analyzed statistically. RESULTS:Analysis of the available scores revealed a highly homogenous as well as a very low trait anxiety profile for the investigated occupational group. Additionally, low trait anxiety was somewhat associated with success during specialist training: fewer candidates with high trait anxiety scores completed their qualification. Moreover, measurement of trait anxiety was stable over time, which suggests that when scores for this occupational group are screened, deviations from previous scores could signify a potential need for referral to an intervention from health professionals. CONCLUSIONS:Using the trait anxiety subscale as part of occupational health surveillance of subaquatic specialists could support prevention of accidents by identifying high-risk candidates during their annual health assessments, and referral for timeous intervention.

authors

Van Wijk CH

doi

10.2478/s13382-014-0321-5

subject

Has Abstract

pub_date

2014-12-01 00:00:00

pages

959-66

issue

6

eissn

1232-1087

issn

1896-494X

journal_volume

27

pub_type

杂志文章
  • Carpometacarpal subchondral cysts due to repetitive movements in shoemaker: a case report.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:Subchondral carpometacarpal cysts are classic and almost pathognomonic lesions found in workers using vibrating instruments over prolonged periods of time. MATERIALS AND METHODS:We present the case of a 53-year-old woman who worked for 30 years sewing shoe uppers, a task which required grasping firmly a pea...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.2478/s13382-011-0042-y

    authors: Tonini S,Candura SM,Lanfranco A,Mennoia NV

    更新日期:2011-12-01 00:00:00

  • The lagged effect of air pollution on human eosinophils: a distributed lag non-linear model.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to determine the lag between exposure to air pollutants and changes in human eosinophil counts. MATERIAL AND METHODS:This was a retrospective study employing 246 425 physical examination records dated December 2013 - December 2016 from Chengdu, China. The authors determined the pre...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.13075/ijomeh.1896.01528

    authors: Ding Z,Xie Z,Su Y,Qi J,Cui B

    更新日期:2020-04-30 00:00:00

  • Environmental exposure and birth outcomes.

    abstract::The influence of environmental hazards on the health of children is one of the major current concerns in environmental health. Scientific investigations are now focusing on identifying and understanding the role of environmental hazards in the development of birth outcomes that result from in utero exposure to environ...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:

    authors: Buczyńska A,Tarkowski S

    更新日期:2005-01-01 00:00:00

  • Irritant vocal cord dysfunction and occupational bronchial asthma: differential diagnosis in a health care worker.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:Vocal cord dysfunction (VCD) is an uncommon respiratory disease characterized by the paradoxical adduction of vocal cords during inspiration, that may mimic bronchial asthma. The pathogenesis of VCD has not been clearly defined but it is possible to recognize non-psychologic and psychologic causes. The major...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.2478/v10001-009-0038-z

    authors: Tonini S,Dellabianca A,Costa C,Lanfranco A,Scafa F,Candura SM

    更新日期:2009-01-01 00:00:00

  • Adverse effects of antioxidative vitamins.

    abstract::High doses of synthetic antioxidative vitamins: A, E, C and β-carotene are often used on long-term basis in numerous preventive and therapeutic medical applications. Instead of expected health effects, the use of those vitamins may however lead to cases of hypervitaminosis and even to intoxication. The article points ...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:10.2478/S13382-012-0022-x

    authors: Rutkowski M,Grzegorczyk K

    更新日期:2012-06-01 00:00:00

  • Exposure to widespread environmental toxicants and children's cognitive development and behavioral problems.

    abstract::Nowadays a special attention is focused on prenatal and childhood exposures to a variety of contaminants in the environment, especially toxicants widely present in the environment and their impact on children's health and neurodevelopment. This article aims at evaluating the impact of exposure to several widespread to...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:10.2478/s13382-013-0099-x

    authors: Jurewicz J,Polańska K,Hanke W

    更新日期:2013-04-01 00:00:00

  • The role of glutathione in metabolism of selected dimethylnaphthalenes in rat.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:Methylnaphthalenes have been used extensively as chemical intermediates in organic synthesis, as solvents for pesticides, sulphur and various aromatic compounds. A wide use of methylnaphthalenes has contributed to their emission into the environment. The aim of the study was to explain the role of glutathion...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:

    authors: Kilanowicz A,Sapota A,Daragó A

    更新日期:2003-01-01 00:00:00

  • Principles for shaping working conditions according to ILO conventions and EC directives.

    abstract::The strategy for the improvement of occupational safety and health is presented. The role of the state and the workers in shaping working conditions has changed over the years, and this process is traced through ILO and EC documents. There must be a coherent up-to-date national policy in this field. Safety and the pro...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:

    authors: Koradecka D

    更新日期:2001-01-01 00:00:00

  • Evaluating an 80 Hz tonal noise from a hydropower plant.

    abstract::A pumped storage power plant produces significant noise such that adjacent areas were deemed uninhabitable for the local population. In recent years, the population in the area has increased, and the noise levels are now causing significant distress to the local population. The company operating the power plant and a ...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.13075/ijomeh.1896.01361

    authors: Wallner P,Hutter HP,Moshammer H

    更新日期:2019-06-14 00:00:00

  • The impact of low-frequency noise on human mental performance.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:There is a growing body of data showing that low frequency noise (LFN), defined as broadband noise with dominant content of low frequencies (10-250 Hz) differs in its nature from other environmental noises at comparable levels. The aim of the study was to investigate whether exposure to LFN at levels normall...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章,随机对照试验

    doi:

    authors: Pawlaczyk-Luszczyńiska M,Dudarewicz A,Waszkowska M,Szymczak W,Sliwińska-Kowalska M

    更新日期:2005-01-01 00:00:00

  • Implementation of smoke-free homes in Poland.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:Exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) constitutes a threat to the health of many people. In order to diminish ETS exposure, countries (including Poland) implemented legal restrictions of smoking in public places and worksites. Currently more attention is also paid to reduce overall and residential ET...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.13075/ijomeh.1896.00435

    authors: Kaleta D,Fronczak A,Usidame B,Dziankowska-Zaborszczyk E,Makowiec-Dąbrowska T,Wojtysiak P

    更新日期:2016-01-01 00:00:00

  • A description of musculoskeletal injuries in a Canadian police service.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:Police officers run a risk of injury that is higher than in most other occupations. This study aims to quantify injury prevalence and identify common musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs) among police officers, using injury data from a municipal police service in Alberta, Canada. MATERIAL AND METHODS:This is a de...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.13075/ijomeh.1896.01454

    authors: Lentz L,Voaklander D,Gross DP,Guptill CA,Senthilselvan A

    更新日期:2020-01-17 00:00:00

  • The diurnal rhythm of hepatotoxic action of chloroform.

    abstract::Mice were administered with chloroform at 10 a.m., 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. and the signs of hepatotoxicity were measured 18 or 24 hrs later. The levels of alanine aminotransferase (ALT) in serum, and malondialdehyde (MDA) in the liver were higher after the evening administration compared to the morning one. The decrements o...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:

    authors: Skrzypińska-Gawrysiak M,Piotrowski JK,Bruchajzer E

    更新日期:1995-01-01 00:00:00

  • Cancer mortality in rubber tire workers in Poland.

    abstract::The study aimed at assessing cancer risk in a cohort of workers employed in the rubber tire production. The cohort consisted of 17,747 workers (11,660 men and 6087 women) employed in a rubber tire plant for at least three months during the years 1950-1995. The cohort follow-up was completed on December 31, 1995. Death...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:

    authors: Wilczyńska U,Szadkowska-Stańczyk I,Szeszenia-Dabrowska N,Sobala W,Strzelecka A

    更新日期:2001-01-01 00:00:00

  • Cognitive flexibility and flexibility in coping in nurses - the moderating role of age, seniority and the sense of stress.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:The nursing profession entails many stressful situations and challenges, such as heavy workload, shift work, emotional demands and professional conflicts. In the light of the results of the research conducted so far, flexible coping has occurred to be highly adaptive, as its association with adaptive struggl...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.13075/ijomeh.1896.01567

    authors: Kruczek A,Basińska MA,Janicka M

    更新日期:2020-06-16 00:00:00

  • Long-term behavioural effects of a repeated exposure to chlorphenvinphos in rats.

    abstract::The aim of the present study was to investigate persistent neurobehavioural effects of repeated low-level exposure to chlorphenvinphos ((2-chloro-1-(2,4-dichlorophenyl) vinyl diethyl phosphate-CVP) in rats. The rats received 10 i.p. injections of CVP at daily doses of 0.5 mg/kg or 1.0 mg/kg (one injection/day, five da...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:

    authors: Soćko R,Gralewicz S,Górny R

    更新日期:1999-01-01 00:00:00

  • Direct and airborne contact dermatitis in a beekeeper from the Małopolska region.

    abstract::The paper describes an atypical case of simultaneous airborne and direct contact dermatitis in a beekeeper from the Małopolska region. This is the third such case described in a beekeeper in the world and the first in Poland. I suggest that propolis should be regarded as both a direct and airborne contact allergen in ...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.2478/s13382-012-0054-2

    authors: Basista K

    更新日期:2012-09-01 00:00:00

  • Screening survey of ocular, nasal, respiratory and skin symptoms in manicurists in Poland.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:Manicurists are exposed to various chemicals in nail and skin care products and may develop ocular, nasal, respiratory or skin adverse reactions to them. To investigate the occurrence of ocular, nasal, respiratory and skin problems among manicurists and to identify their causal factors, particularly allergic...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.13075/ijomeh.1896.00961

    authors: Kieć-Świerczyńska M,Świerczyńska-Machura D,Chomiczewska-Skóra D,Kręcisz B,Walusiak-Skorupa J

    更新日期:2017-10-06 00:00:00

  • The influence of single whole body cryostimulation treatment on the dynamics and the level of maximal anaerobic power.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:The objective of this work was to determine the dynamics of maximal anaerobic power (MAP) of the lower limbs, following a single whole body cryostimulation treatment (WBC), in relation to the temperature of thigh muscles. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The subjects included 15 men and 15 women with an average age (±...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.2478/s13382-011-0017-z

    authors: Klimek AT,Lubkowska A,Szyguła Z,Frączek B,Chudecka M

    更新日期:2011-06-01 00:00:00

  • Health status of long-term sick leave and working female teachers in Germany: A cross-sectional study.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:Limited research on the health situation of teachers on long-term sick leave is available. The aim of this study has been to describe the health status of female teachers on long-term sick leave (LSFT) in comparison to working female teachers (WFT) and to determine predictors for their state of mental health...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.13075/ijomeh.1896.01115

    authors: Brütting J,Druschke D,Spitzer S,Seibt R

    更新日期:2018-01-07 00:00:00

  • Cytostatics as hazardous chemicals in healthcare workers' environment.

    abstract::Cytostatics not only induce significant side-effects in patients treated oncologically but also pose a threat to the health of occupationally exposed healthcare workers: pharmacists, physicians, nurses and other personnel. Since the 1970s numerous reports from various countries have documented the contamination of wor...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:10.13075/ijomeh.1896.01248

    authors: Pałaszewska-Tkacz A,Czerczak S,Konieczko K,Kupczewska-Dobecka M

    更新日期:2019-04-03 00:00:00

  • Shoulder girdle muscle activity and fatigue in traditional and improved design carpet weaving workstations.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:Work-related musculoskeletal disorders in the neck and shoulder regions are common among carpet weavers. Working for prolonged hours in a static and awkward posture could result in an increased muscle activity and may lead to musculoskeletal disorders. Ergonomic workstation improvements can reduce muscle fat...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.13075/ijomeh.1896.00589

    authors: Allahyari T,Mortazavi N,Khalkhali HR,Sanjari MA

    更新日期:2016-01-01 00:00:00

  • Evaluation of the effectiveness of relaxation in lowering the level of anxiety in young adults - a pilot study.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:Anxiety is a negative emotion that acts as a mediator between stress stimuli and emotional (physiological) reaction patterns. The myofascial system is particularly sensitive to stress. The aim of this study was to determine which of the 2 popular methods used to reduce psychophysical tension, i.e., soft tiss...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.13075/ijomeh.1896.01457

    authors: Wilczyńska D,Łysak-Radomska A,Podczarska-Głowacka M,Zajt J,Dornowski M,Skonieczny P

    更新日期:2019-11-15 00:00:00

  • Occupational exposure to diisocyanates in polyurethane foam factory workers.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:The aim of the study was to evaluate health effects of occupational exposure to diisocyanates (DIC) among polyurethane foam products factory workers. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Thirty workers had a physical examination, skin prick tests with common allergens, allergen-specific immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies to...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.13075/ijomeh.1896.00284

    authors: Świerczyńska-Machura D,Brzeźnicki S,Nowakowska-Świrta E,Walusiak-Skorupa J,Wittczak T,Dudek W,Bonczarowska M,Wesolowski W,Czerczak S,Pałczyński C

    更新日期:2015-01-01 00:00:00

  • Poor weight control, alcoholic beverage consumption and sudden sleep onset at the wheel among Italian truck drivers: A preliminary pilot study.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of obesity, alcoholic beverage consumption, unhealthy alcohol use and sudden sleep onset at the wheel among Italian truck drivers. In addition to prevalence rates, this study also aimed at investigating potential predictors for sudden-onset sleepiness a...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.13075/ijomeh.1896.00638

    authors: Rosso GL,Montomoli C,Candura SM

    更新日期:2016-01-01 00:00:00

  • Concentration of dopamine in plasma, activity of dopamine beta-hydroxylase in serum and urinary excretion of free catecholamines and vanillylmandelic acid in women chronically exposed to carbon disulphide.

    abstract::The authors studied 140 women, selected at random, aged 22-55, divided into two groups. Group I (control) included 50 women, mean age 40.1 +/- 1.7 years. Group II included 90 women, mean age 39.7 +/- 2.1 years, chronically exposed to 15.6 - 21.84 mg/m3 of carbon disulphide from 0.5 to over 20 years. It was found that ...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:

    authors: Stanosz S,Kuligowski D,Pieleszek A,Zuk E,Rzechuła D,Chlubek D

    更新日期:1994-01-01 00:00:00

  • Toxic effects of subchronic combined exposure to n-butyl alcohol and m-xylene in rats.

    abstract::Effects of combined exposure to m-xylene and n-butyl alcohol in the conditions of subchronic inhalation experiment in rats were examined. Rats were exposed to vapours of individual solvents at concentrations of 50 and 100 ppm and their 1:1 mixture at concentrations of 50 + 50 ppm and 100 + 100 ppm, 6 h/day, 5 days/wee...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:

    authors: Korsak Z,Wiśniewska-Knypl J,Swiercz R

    更新日期:1994-01-01 00:00:00

  • Lymphocytes, T and NK cells, in men occupationally exposed to mercury vapours.

    abstract::Lymphocytes, T-cells (CD3+), T-helper (CD4+) and T-suppressor (CD8+) as well as NK-cells (CD16+) counts were determined in the peripheral blood of 81 males occupationally exposed to metallic mercury vapours and of 36 non-exposed males using monoclonal antibodies in indirect immunofluorescence tests. Mean weighted merc...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:

    authors: Moszczyński P,Słowiński S,Rutkowski J,Bem S,Jakus-Stoga D

    更新日期:1995-01-01 00:00:00

  • A retrospective review of cytogenetic studies on methyl isocyanate with special reference to the Bhopal gas tragedy: is the next generation also at risk?

    abstract::The world's worst industrial disaster, at Union Carbide, Bhopal, India, took place on 2-3 December 1984, leading to the leakage of poisonous methyl-isocyanate into the environment, causing thousands of deaths, pregnancy loss and for some, incapacitation for life. More than a quarter of a century later, the Indian Coun...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:10.2478/s13382-013-0110-6

    authors: Samarth RM,Gandhi P,Maudar KK

    更新日期:2013-06-01 00:00:00

  • Occurrence of pulmonary diseases in steel mill workers.

    abstract::The 'Sendzimir' Steel Mill, Cracow, Poland, gives employment to approximately 17,000 workers. During the years 1994-98, 1396 compensation claims for diseases related to occupational hazards were registered. After a scrupulous investigation, 851 cases were certified as occupation-related diseases. Of this number, 481 c...

    journal_title:International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:

    authors: Kolarzyk E,Stepniewski M,Zapolska I

    更新日期:2000-01-01 00:00:00