arbetshålighet

Arbetshålighet is a Swedish term that appears sporadically in discussions about labor market resilience and the capacity to work. It is not a standard term in official statistics or policy; more common expressions are arbetsförmåga (work ability) and arbetskraftsdeltagande (labor force participation).

Used in contexts where it appears, arbetshålighet refers to the ability of an individual to perform work tasks over time, considering health, skills, energy, and motivation. It can also emphasize the sustainability of a worker's ability to remain employed without compromising health or well-being.

In practice, the term shows up mainly in academic debates, occupational health literature, and discussions about return-to-work after illness, rehabilitation, and long-term sickness absence. Because there is no fixed definition, interpretations vary among authors and contexts.

Distinctions from related concepts: Arbetshålighet is often treated as closely related to arbetsförmåga but may place more emphasis on long-term viability and systemic factors such as work environment and health-promoting policies. It should not be mistaken for sustainability concepts in environmental or organizational contexts.

Policy and workplace implications: Enhancing arbetshålighet can involve preventive health measures, reasonable workplace accommodations, and strategies to support continued participation in work over the life course. See also arbetsförmåga, arbetsliv, and hållbarhet in a work context.