The Impact of Office Computerization on Job Characteristics, Physical and Mental Health of Japanese Office Workers: Gender Difference

摘要

The hypothesized psychosoclal mechanism of the Impact of office computerization on workers' health was reexamined. Conclusively, the Influences of objective VDT work variables on health indicators were mediated by job characteristics, except a few objective VDT work variables. Further, gender differences in objective VDT work environment are clarified.