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Living the 14/14 Schedule: Qualitative Analysis of the Challenges and Coping Strategies among Families of Offshore Wind Workers. / Mette, Janika; Robelski, Swantje; Kirchhöfer, Maria; Harth, Volker; Mache, Stefanie.

in: INT J ENV RES PUB HE, Jahrgang 16, Nr. 2, 16.01.2019.

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Mette, J, Robelski, S, Kirchhöfer, M, Harth, V & Mache, S 2019, 'Living the 14/14 Schedule: Qualitative Analysis of the Challenges and Coping Strategies among Families of Offshore Wind Workers', INT J ENV RES PUB HE, Jg. 16, Nr. 2. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16020241

APA

Mette, J., Robelski, S., Kirchhöfer, M., Harth, V., & Mache, S. (2019). Living the 14/14 Schedule: Qualitative Analysis of the Challenges and Coping Strategies among Families of Offshore Wind Workers. INT J ENV RES PUB HE, 16(2). https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16020241

Vancouver

Mette J, Robelski S, Kirchhöfer M, Harth V, Mache S. Living the 14/14 Schedule: Qualitative Analysis of the Challenges and Coping Strategies among Families of Offshore Wind Workers. INT J ENV RES PUB HE. 2019 Jan 16;16(2). https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16020241

Bibtex

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abstract = "Offshore wind workers in Germany usually spend 14 days offshore, alternating with 14 days of spare time at home. The offshore lifestyle may considerably affect offshore workers' partners and families. However, there is a lack of evidence regarding the psychosocial adaptation among offshore wind couples living the 14/14 schedule. The present study intended to offer a contemporary view on the topic from the perspective of the women of offshore workers. Our aim was (1) to examine the perceived features of living the 14/14 schedule, (2) explore women's coping strategies, and (3) investigate their views on the reconciliation of offshore work and partnership/family life. The women reported differentiated views on the benefits and costs associated with their living situation, and stated various coping strategies that facilitated psychosocial adaptation. Despite some burdens, overall, most of the women seemed to have adapted relatively favourably to their lifestyle. This was particularly eased by recent sociological and technological advances, e.g., improved communication technologies.",
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