Work Stress and its Impact on Employees’ Psychological Strain

Ahmad, Siti Nurul Akma; Rasid, Siti Zaleha Abdul; Rasool, Mohamed Saladin Abdul; Isa, Nurul Amyra Mat

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“… 97 From a psychological perspective, if the stress chronically persists, it overly activates the response system and induces anxiety, and maladaptive coping is likely to be assumed. 21 , 51 Recurring distress is associated with increased task demands, new projects, and additional responsibilities, resulting in an influx of work assignments and generating workload. Accordingly, we have theorized that job insecurity leads to work stress.…”

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“…Job stress among employees is a well-researched area in organizational studies and is a significant topic due to its impact on various mental health outcomes. 7 , 16 , 17 Job stress has been linked to anxiety, 2 depression, 18 , 19 sleep disturbances, 20 and increased worry, 21 which may, in turn, contribute to physical health issues (Schneiderman et al, 2005). 22 Over the last few years, comprehensive scholarly attention has been dedicated to the interplay between social media and mental health, lending support to both positive 23 and negative accounts 9 , 24 of organizational and psycho-social outcomes.…”

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The Role of Job Insecurity, Social Media Exposure, and Job Stress in Predicting Anxiety Among White-Collar Employees

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Obrenovic

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Purpose The purpose of this study is to examine the combined effects and relationships between social media exposure, job insecurity, job stress, and anxiety among individuals and to propose an innovative model exploring how these factors contribute to increased anxiety. Patients and Methods This empirical research paper focuses on understanding the role of job insecurity, social media exposure, and job stress in predicting anxiety levels. The study was conducted on a sample of 292 white-collar employees in various organizations and institutions across the United States amid the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing economic crisis, during the broader transition to a digital working environment. A self-report Likert-type questionnaire was administered to measure employees’ job stress, uncertainty, anxiety levels and social media exposure. The present study employed theoretical background of Lazarus’ Theory of Psychological Stress and the JDR Model. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was used to examine the relationships between these constructs, while confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was conducted to assess the validity of the measurement model. Results The study provides empirical support for the claim that employees with pervasive job stress will likely develop anxiety symptoms. It also highlights the mechanisms by which social media exposure increases employees’ anxiety levels and how management and policymakers can buffer the stressors. Conclusion The research emphasizes the importance of addressing occupational mental health problems, and the implications of the findings indicate the need for managerial interventions in securing effective measures for buffering stress and controlled social media usage. This study contributes to the body of knowledge by informing managers and policymakers on key aspects to consider in promoting psychological balance and a healthy organizational climate.

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The Role of Job Insecurity, Social Media Exposure, and Job Stress in Predicting Anxiety Among White-Collar Employees

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“…15 It can also lead to increased absenteeism, as workers may need to take time off to recover from the physical and emotional stress. 16 In the construction sector, there needs to be more awareness of the link between job stress and work fatigue. While prior studies in other industries have found a substantial connection between work stress and work fatigue, the construction industry's specific work environment and job features need specialized study in this field.…”

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What Is The Relationship Between Job Stress and Work fatigue Among Construction Workers? A Cross-Sectional Study

Fitri,

Budiyanto

2023

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Job fatigue is the leading cause of job-related accidents and illnesses among construction worker who operate in physically and psychologically demanding situations. Job stress is one of the elements that contribute to job fatigue. Job stress and work fatigue-related emotional symptoms significantly influence worker job satisfaction. This study aimed to discover the link between job stress and fatigue in construction worker. A cross-sectional study design was employed for the research, with 30 participants drawn using the total sampling methodology. This type of primary data was gathered by distributing questionnaires in April 2023. Work stress was evaluated using the Work Stress Diagnostic Survey questionnaire in line with Permenaker No. 5 of 2018, while work Fatigue was measured using the IFRC's Subjective Self Rating Stress questionnaire. The frequency distribution test was used to examine data univariately, while the Chi-Square test was used to analyze data bivariately. The findings revealed that the majority of respondents (63.3%) had a low level of fatigue, with the variables related to work fatigue being quantitative overload (p=0.009) because workers need to carry out measurements and mark exact locations, and project managers need to calculate the estimated time for various stages of work, and career development with (p=0.047) because the construction sector has a rigid structure, where promotion is seen as a result of education and work experience There is no correlation between job fatigue and role ambiguity, role conflict, qualitative overload, and obligation to others. It was shown that quantitative overload and professional advancement are linked to fatigue in construction workers.

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The Effect of Occupational Stress on the Psychological Well-Being of Healthcare Workers: Basis for Stress Management Interventions

V. ECHALAR

2024

International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Techno

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Stress is a popular topic these days. In the workplace, stress is something that almost every worker experiences. It is not simply the notion of physical labor but also the wear and tear of work on a person’s mental health. Long-term and extreme occupational stress can be a severe threat to the psychological well-being of an employee. The growing stress among healthcare workers prompted the researcher to become engaged, sensitive, and concerned about the topic’s significance. Hence, the researcher made a competent effort to determine the effect of occupational stress on the psychological well-being of healthcare workers in General Santos City. The respondents were chosen from the Tertiary Hospitals of General Santos using convenience sampling given that the healthcare workers work in a hectic and demanding environment. Data were gathered through a survey questionnaire disseminated using a link to a Google form. Results revealed that healthcare workers have average levels of occupational stress and moderate levels of psychological well-being. The level of occupational stress of healthcare workers significantly influences their psychological well-being. Conclusively, the findings revealed a significant relationship between occupational stress and psychological well-being. A moderate positive correlation between these variables suggests that as occupational stress increases, the adverse effect on psychological well-being among healthcare workers of General Santos City tends to increase as well. Since the relationship is moderate, it means that while there is a positive relationship between occupational stress and psychological well-being by 35.8%, other factors by 64.2% may also influence the psychological well-being of healthcare workers. Based on the findings, a ‘primary-organizational’ and ‘secondary-organizational’ level of stress management intervention has been crafted for the healthcare workers of General Santos City.

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Work Stress and its Impact on Employees’ Psychological Strain

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The Role of Job Insecurity, Social Media Exposure, and Job Stress in Predicting Anxiety Among White-Collar Employees

The Role of Job Insecurity, Social Media Exposure, and Job Stress in Predicting Anxiety Among White-Collar Employees

What Is The Relationship Between Job Stress and Work fatigue Among Construction Workers? A Cross-Sectional Study

The Effect of Occupational Stress on the Psychological Well-Being of Healthcare Workers: Basis for Stress Management Interventions

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