Auckland University of Technology

About: Auckland University of Technology is a education organization based out in Auckland, New Zealand. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Population & Context (language use). The organization has 4116 authors who have published 13461 publications receiving 353076 citations. The organization is also known as: AUT & AUT University.

Evaluation of models used to study neuromuscular fatigue.

Abstract: The mechanism(s) of neuromuscular fatigue depends on the approach or model used to study fatigue. We evaluate the physiological and functional relevance of the fatigue quantification system, the fatigue protocols, the preparations, and muscle environmental conditions used in various models involving either artificial stimulation or voluntary exercise to induce fatigue.

Eustress, distress and their interpretation in primary and secondary occupational stress management interventions: which way first?

Abstract: Purpose – To develop an argument for the retention of secondary approaches to stress management (those that focus on the individual within the organization) as first interventions, prior to the employment of primary approaches (those that focus on the organization's processes and structures). This is based on a reconsideration of eustress versus distress and a review of current empirical evidence on the effectiveness of stress management interventions.Design/methodology/approach – Major empirical studies and reviews are critically reviewed and placed within a theoretical framework derived from both early and more recent work in the field.Findings – There is little empirical evidence on which to base recommendations for organization‐based stress management interventions as first or sole approaches and therefore the value of these as first or sole approaches is questioned. Instead secondary, individual‐focused, approaches are recommended as first‐line interventions prior to the adoption of organization‐base...

Organizational Culture, Change and Emotions: A Qualitative Study

Abstract: Change triggers emotions as employees experience the processes and outcomes of organizational transformation An organization's affective culture, which shapes the way emotions are experienced and expressed, plays a particularly important part during changes to the culture and other aspects of organizational life This article contributes to the literature by illustrating the relationships between culture, change and emotions and presents the results of a qualitative study The study found that when participants’ values were congruent with those of the organization, they tended to react to change more positively Cultural change provoked emotional reactions, often of an intense nature When emotions were acknowledged and treated with respect, people became more engaged with the change Attitudes to existing culture also produced emotional responses to aspects of change