Trabalho Noturno e a Privação de Sono: Consequências Biopsicossociais

Abstract

This work, through research, reading and analysis of articles, books and documents on the subject, addresses the historical process of night work and the needs of today's society, as well as its repercussions on changes in the sleep-wake cycle, highlighting the main implications and effects that this work shift can trigger on the worker's quality of life and health. Aspects harmful to the physiological health of this public were identified, as well as social, family and psychological problems. Thus, indicating the need for comprehensive care for the health of these professionals, with a multidisciplinary aspect and with an eye on biopsychosocial factors. Although there are considerable articles that address the topic, there is still little information on the practice and development of truly effective measures to solve or mitigate the consequences. Therefore, there is an urgent need for studies that can validate preventive, treatment and educational actions for the formulation of strategies aimed at raising awareness among workers and companies, in order to achieve improvements in the work environment and, consequently, in the quality of work. worker's life and health.