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| Title: | Review of global mental health research in the construction industry : a science mapping approach | Authors: | Nwaogu, JM Chan, APC Hon, CKH Darko, A |
Issue Date: | 30-Aug-2019 | Source: | Engineering, construction and architectural management, 30, Aug 2019, v. 27, no. 2, p. 385-410. | Abstract: | Purpose: The demanding nature of the construction industry poses strain that affects the health of construction personnel. Research shows that mental ill health in this industry is increasing. However, a review mapping the field to determine the extant of research is lacking. Thus, the purpose of this paper is to conduct a scientometric review of mental health (MH) research in the construction industry. Design/methodology/approach: A total of 145 bibliographic records retrieved from Web of Science and Scopus database were analyzed using CiteSpace, to visualize MH research outputs in the industry. Findings: Top co-cited authors are Helen Lingard, Mei-yung Leung, Paul Bowen, Julitta S. Boschman, Peter E.D. Love, Martin Loosemore and Linda Goldenhar. Previous studies focused on healthy eating, work efficiency, occupational stress and workplace injury. Emerging research areas are centered around physiological health monitoring, work ability, and smart interventions to prevent and manage poor MH. Research limitations/implications: Result is influenced by the citations in retrieved articles. Practical implications: The study found that researchers in the construction industry have intensified efforts to leverage information technology in improving the health, well-being, and safety of construction personnel. Future research should focus on developing workplace interventions that incorporate organizational justice and flexible work systems. There is also a need to develop psychological self-reporting scales specific to the industry. Originality/value: This study enhances the understanding of researchers on existing collaboration networks and future research directions. It provides information on foundational documents and authors whose works should be consulted when researching into this field. |
Keywords: | Organization Mental health Management Construction safety Scientometric review Construction personnel |
Publisher: | Emerald Group Publishing Limited | Journal: | Engineering, construction and architectural management | ISSN: | 0969-9988 | EISSN: | 1365-232X | DOI: | 10.1108/ECAM-02-2019-0114 | Rights: | © Emerald Publishing Limited. This AAM is provided for your own personal use only. It may not be used for resale, reprinting, systematic distribution, emailing, or for any other commercial purpose without the permission of the publisher. The following publication Nwaogu, J.M., Chan, A.P.C., Hon, C.K.H. and Darko, A. (2019), "Review of global mental health research in the construction industry: A science mapping approach", Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, Vol. 27 No. 2, pp. 385-410 is published by Emerald and is available at https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-02-2019-0114 |
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