How ‘Shift Work Sleep Disorder’ is hurting workers—and costing employers

About this episode

The episode discusses how Shift Work Sleep Disorder affects workers and its implications for employers.

Shift Work Sleep Disorder (SWSD) affects up to 40% of U.S. shift workers, Luckily, it’s treatable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Fast Company

Topics covered

• health
• workplace
• employee well-being
• shift work
• sleep disorders

Keywords

• Shift Work Sleep Disorder
• SWSD
• shift workers
• employee health
• workplace productivity

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Fast Company

Products: Shift Work Sleep Disorder

Places: U.S.

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