Table 4 Levels of evidence for constructs as prognostic indicators for work outcome
ConstructEvidence level
Recovery expectation+ +
Fear avoidance+
Job satisfaction– –
Depression– –
Stress/psychological strain– –
Anxiety–
Compensation0
Locus of control0

  • ++, Strong evidence is predictor of work outcome; +, moderate evidence is a predictor of work outcome; 0, insufficient evidence is a predictor of work outcome; –, moderate evidence is not a predictor of work outcome; – –, strong evidence is not a predictor of work outcome.