Presenteeism in Workplace: Constructing a Cross-cultural Framework
Resource
Journal of Human Resource Management
Journal
人力資源管理學報
Journal Volume
13
Journal Issue
13
Pages
29-55
Date Issued
2013-09
Date
2013-09
Author(s)
Lin, Hui-Yen
Abstract
In the current climate of global economic depression, presenteeism, the opposite of absenteeism, is becoming more prevalent in the workplace. Although some definitional confusion persists, the most recent scholarly conception of presenteeism involves showing up for work when one is ill. The purpose of this paper is to review the presenteeism literature and to trace the latest development of presenteeism research. Based on existing empirical research from different disciplines, such as medical, nursing and health psychology fields, we delineated antecedents and consequences of presenteeism. We also identified some challenges and limitations in this research area, including confusions in definition, lack of reliable scales and adequate theoretical frameworks. Finally, we proposed several directions for future research, including integrating different theoretical perspectives and research methodologies. Moreover, we focused on the future directions for research on presenteeism in Taiwan to delineate its cultural relevance. It is hoped that the continuous interaction between the management practice and theoretical development of research on presenteeism would help to build a healthy work environment.
Subjects
presenteeism
employees' health
work attitudes
work behaviors
SDGs
Type
journal article