The lack of presence: the need to research the presenteeism among modern russian employees

Abstract

Purpose. The paper is a review devoted to the new phenomenon in Russian organizational psychology namely presenteeism. The article consists five logically interconnected parts. In the introduction westate urgency of research topic, in the theoretical review we present basic definitions of presenteeism and approaches to its study, in conclusion we give recommendation for further study of this phenomenon in the Russian context. Results. This study provides an extensive review of the literature on the problemof presenteeism, gives a definition of this phenomenon and explains main factors that influence on presenteeism trends among workers. Practical consequences. This work can serve as a basis forfurther research in the field of presenteeism, the main findings can be used in the development oforganizational policies in companies. Value of the results. The results will allow to explore the problem, prevously unknown for Russian scientists and practitioners.