Psychosocial Working Conditions, Workplace Violence, and Mental Health Outcomes Among Seafarers.
Introduction: The maritime sector is moving toward more diverse crew compositions. While diversity-oriented crewing models may improve safety, inclusion, and team functioning, they may also introduce new vulnerabilities if organizational systems are insufficiently prepared. This study investigates t...
| Publicado en: | Inquiry (00469580) Vol. 63; pp. 1 - 12 |
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Sage Publications Inc.
9/7/2026
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