The bar chart compares the data provided by questionnaires on the reasons for employee absence in three years separated by 5-year intervals, including 2000, 2005, and 2010.
Overall, sickness comprised the most significant proportion of absenteeism in all years, followed by family responsibilities. Additionally, while the figures for the two mentioned declined over time, those for stress, personal requirements, and unexpected problems showed an upward trend.
Initially, the share of illness ranked first at 44%, and that of family-related obligations was lower by a staggering 18%. Then, both experienced a decline, with the former more marked, reaching 35% in 2010, while the latter’s decrease was a mere 1% in 2005, when it leveled off until the end.
Regarding growing factors, the contribution of individuals’ needs stood at 13% in 2000, followed by a marked rise (7%) in 2005, and continued rising steadily to 23% in the end. In contrast, there was little difference between the figures for unplanned issues (7%) and mental tension (just above 5%). The former increased twofold after five years and saw a slight fall, reaching 13% in 2010. Whereas the latter declined to 3% in 2005, and then increased substantially to 12%.