Journal article
The influence of work on the transition to retirement: A qualitative study
The British journal of occupational therapy, Vol.81(11), pp.624-632
11/2018
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Abstract
Introduction
Retirement from work is a complex process, with work influencing this transition. Occupational therapists can facilitate a meaningful occupational transition to retirement for better health and wellbeing in later life. This article explores (1) how work attributes influence and relate to the work-to-retirement transition stages, (2) the relationship of findings to the Model of Human Occupation volitional processes and (3) the potential occupational therapy role.
Method
Semi-structured interviews were completed with retirees. In this qualitative study, themes were identified in relation to the work-to-retirement transition stages using thematic analysis with findings related to the Model of Human Occupation volitional processes.
Findings
Eleven Australian participants (five females, six males) were recruited. Themes and sub-themes were identified within each stage of the work-to-retirement transition and collectively encapsulated all volitional processes. Themes were time to move on, taking action, ceasing work, feeling retired, letting go and work-related involvement.
Conclusion
Work attributes related to personal factors, social factors, meaningful occupational engagement and the nexus of work and retirement influence all work-to-retirement transition stages. Volition assists in explaining the complexity of this transition. Occupational therapists can assist older workers to continue working or identify and implement meaningful occupations to replace work activities in retirement.
Details
- Title
- The influence of work on the transition to retirement: A qualitative study
- Creators
- Jackie Eagers - James Cook UniversityRichard C. Franklin - James Cook UniversityKieran Broome - University of the Sunshine CoastMatthew K. Yau - Tung Wah College
- Publication Details
- The British journal of occupational therapy, Vol.81(11), pp.624-632
- Publisher
- Sage
- Number of pages
- 9
- Identifiers
- 991013184211402368
- Copyright
- © The Author(s) 2018.
- Academic Unit
- Faculty of Health
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article