Levels Of Occupational Stress Research Articles

Occupational Stress and Administrators’ Levels of Job Satisfaction in the University of Education, Winneba

The research assessed the effect of occupational stress on administrators’ levels of job satisfaction in the University of Education, Winneba (UEW). The study investigated the sources of occupational stress, job satisfaction determinants, and the effects of occupational stress on administrators' health, all of which were based on the demand control theory. The quantitative approach and descriptive survey design were used. The study randomly selected 110 participants from a population of 147 administrators at the University of Education, Winneba, using the sample size determination table. Data were collected from respondents using structured questionnaires, which were then processed with and coded IBM SPSS version 20. The data were analyzed with mean, standard deviation and regression. The study discovered that lack of promotion and resources, favouritism, inadequate staff, work obligations, red tape, immoderate administrative responsibilities, and occupational health issues were the major factors that account for occupational stress among staff. A weak and negative relationship was discovered between occupational stress and job satisfaction of staff. Thus, the study concluded that high levels of occupational stress resulted in lower job satisfaction. In order to improve job satisfaction levels of administrators at UEW, the study recommended that management should implement innovative measures such as flexible working hours, enhanced promotion based on merit, resource availability to facilitate work and remote working aimed at lowering the factors that contribute to occupational stress. Also, the University Health Directorate should occasionally run health screening to addressed health related issues among staff who are at risk.

OCCUPATIONAL STRESS AND SELF- EFFICACY OF EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHERS IN TAGUM CITY

This study focused primarily on the occupational stress and self-efficacy experienced by early childhood teachers, with a specific focus on Tagum City. A cohort of 100 early childhood educators participated in this research. Employing a descriptive-correlational methodology, the study aimed to assess the levels of occupational stress and self-efficacy among teachers and to uncover any significant associations between these variables. The findings revealed a moderate level of stress, with specific stressors including working conditions, curricular activities, and classroom management. However, teachers demonstrate high levels of self-efficacy, indicating a strong belief in their teaching abilities. The findings also highlighted a significant relationship between the self-efficacy and occupational stress of early childhood teachers in Tagum City, as evidenced by an R-value of 0.021. These results highlighted the importance of addressing stressors and promoting self-efficacy among educators to improve their well-being and effectiveness in the classroom. Future research and interventions should focus on supporting teachers in managing stress and enhancing self-efficacy to benefit the educational landscape. KEYWORDS: Occupational Stress, Self-efficacy; Early Childhood Teachers, Descriptive-correlational, Philippines

A Study of Teacher Effectiveness in Relation to Job Satisfaction and Occupational Stress of Secondary School Teachers

This study investigates the relationship between teacher effectiveness, job satisfaction, and occupational stress among secondary school teachers. The findings reveal that the majority of secondary school teachers exhibit moderate levels of teacher effectiveness (62.08%), job satisfaction (90.5%), and occupational stress (76.4%). Approximately 15 to 16% of teachers display high levels of teacher effectiveness (15.9%), job satisfaction (14.9%), and occupational stress (16.3%), while 13 to 15% demonstrate low levels of these variables (teacher effectiveness - 13.3%, job satisfaction - 15.1%, occupational stress - 15.3%). Moreover, gender does not appear to influence teacher effectiveness, job satisfaction, or occupational stress significantly. However, there is a positive correlation observed between job satisfaction and occupational stress. These findings shed light on the complex interplay between teacher effectiveness, job satisfaction, and occupational stress, highlighting potential areas for intervention and support within secondary school settings.

Assessment of Levels of Occupational Stress among the Intensive Care Workers in a Selected Hospital in Lagos State

Background: Working in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) comes with a great deal of physical, emotional, and psychological strain that can get worse with time if not properly managed. Numerous factors contribute to the extreme levels of stress experienced by healthcare professionals, such as long and demanding work hours, the burden of paperwork and legal matters, the disruption of work-life balance, the complexity of shared decision-making, and the high expectations placed ICU workers by on both patients and carers.  Some outcomes of occupational stress among intensive care workers include bad safety culture, poor standard of care for patients and depression. Research Objective: The Purpose of the study was to ascertain the levels of occupational stress among the intensive care workers of a hospital. Methodology: The research was a cross-sectional descriptive study conducted in Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH). An aggregate of 108 intensive care workers were sampled for the study. A pre-tested, semi-structured self-administered questionnaire was used to gather the data, and the statistical package for social sciences, SPSS version, was used for analysis. The means and standard deviations, or the median and interquartile range, were used to express continuous variables. The expressions for categorical variables were frequencies accompanied by percentages. The study employed chi square statistics to evaluate the correlation between categorical variables. Results: There is an average prevalence of stress among intensive care workers of LASUTH. Recommendation: Staff sshould undergo training on stress handling, in order to be able to manage their individual stressors and reduce the overall stress.

Occupational stress among Norwegian physicians: A literature review of long-term prospective studies 2007-2019.

There are signs of increased stress at work among Norwegian physicians over the last decades, not least among general practitioners (GPs). In this review, we identify trends in both occupational stress and adverse work-related predictors of such stress and burnout in Norwegian physicians. We performed an extensive literature search using MEDLINE, Embase and PsycINFO. We included prospective and repeated cross-sectional studies of work stress among Norwegian physicians published in 2007-2019. Nine studies with observation periods of 1-20 years were included. Occupational stress (global measure) among all doctors decreased gradually from medical school to 20 years later. The prevalence of an effort-reward imbalance increased fourfold among GPs during the period 2010-2019. Five studies reported higher levels of occupational stress among female physicians than among their male colleagues. Work-home conflict levels increased after graduation until 10 years after leaving medical school and plateaued thereafter. Physicians who graduated in a later cohort reported lower levels of work-home conflict and less workplace violence. Work-home conflict, low colleague support, number of work hours and workload/low autonomy were all independent predictors of occupational stress. The reduction in occupational stress during the years after leaving medical school may result from increased competency in clinical work and decreased on-call work. The Co-ordination Act implemented in 2012 may explain the increase in occupational stress among GPs. These findings suggest that both reducing work-home conflict and increasing colleague support are important for doctors' well-being.

Arterial hypertension in the Arctic: the role of stress and autonomic dysfunction, gender differences

Introduction. Psychological stress and autonomic dysfunction are recognized as risk factors for cardiovascular diseases, but they affect cardiovascular risk differently in men and women.Aim: To study gender differences in factors influencing the probability of detecting arterial hypertension (AH) from the perspective of the role of stress, autonomic dysfunction and nonspecific inflammation in rotational shift workers in the Arctic region.Material and Methods. In the medical unit of the gas production company “Gazprom dobycha Yamburg” (polar settlement of Yamburg, 68°21’40”N) we simultaneously examined 99 men and 81 women with AH 1,2 degree of AH and normotensive persons comparable in age (p = 0.450), work experience in the Arctic (p = 0.956), number of years of rotational shift work (p = 0.824), level of office systolic (SBP) (p = 0.251) and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) (p = 0.579). Questionnaires were used to determine the level of general stress (PSM25 scale), occupational stress (Vaisman questionnaire); assessment of autonomic nervous system (ANS) function (Wayne A.M. questionnaire); 24-hour blood pressure monitoring was performed; biochemical blood test for biomarkers of inflammation, cortisol, brain natriuretic peptide precursor, homocysteine, folliclestimulating hormone was carrued out.Results. Vegetative manifestations (asthenization, increased fatigue, meteorological dependence, headaches) were significantly more often observed in women. Among men with AH, individuals with high levels of neuropsychological tension predominated, every fifth M had a high level of occupational stress. The median scores on the Wayne A.M. questionnaire were significantly higher in women, regardless of BP, and moderate ANS disorders were significantly more prevalent. According to logistic regression data, a significant effect on the probability of AH in men was the number of stress scores (OR = 1.050; 1.029–1.171, p = 0.001), indicators of nocturnal DBP variability (OR = 1.295; 1.109–1.511, p = 0.001) and nonspecific inflammation: rise in high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) increased the probability of AH by 1.5 times (OR = 1.532; 1.212–1.937, p = 0.001), IL-1β – by 7 times (OR = 7.275; 3.235–16.361, p = 0.001). The probability of AH in women increased by the values of the daily variability of SBP (OR = 1.154; 1.019–1.306, p = 0.024), hs-CRP by 1.5 times (OR = 1.479; 1.226–1.783, p = 0.001), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) (OR = 1.111; 1.001–1.244, p = 0.044), level of IL-6 increased the probability of AH by 1.7 times (OR = 1.676; 1.149–2.958, p = 0.035), the number of scores on ANS questionnaire had a significant effect (OR = 1.055; 1.006–1.107, p = 0.026).Conclusion. In the conditions of the rotational shift work in the Arctic, gender differences were revealed in the stress perception and the severity of ANS dysfunction with a clear relationship between stress, inflammation and AH in men. ANS dysfunction in women was a trigger of nonspecific inflammation and AH. The identified gender differences will help to reveal vulnerable groups among men and women and develop targeted interventions for individuals in the Arctic region.

Job Satisfaction, Occupational Stress, and Attitudes Toward Older Adults Among Nursing Home Employees

Aim: The quality of care provided in long-term nursing homes is affected by numerous factors such as ageism and the employees’ job satisfaction and occupational stress levels. This study was aimed to investigate nursing home employees’ occupational stress, job satisfaction, and attitudes toward older adults. Materials and Methods: This research was a descriptive study. The study population comprised five nursing homes that agreed to participate in the study. Workers were included in the study regardless of their position. A total of 107 employees were included. Data were collected using a personal information form, the Ageism Attitude Scale, Perceived Job Stress Scale, and Minnesota Job Satisfaction Questionnaire. Results: The mean age of the participants was 39.9 years and their mean duration of employment was 4.5 years. Of the workers, 61.7% were female, 31.8% were university graduates, 41.1% were care staff, 50.5% worked 8-hour shifts, 74.8% were satisfied with their job, and 80.4% were not considering job departure. There was a significant moderate negative correlation between occupational stress and overall job satisfaction (p

Effects of Occupational Stress on the Mental Health of Nurses in the Limbe and Buea Regional Hospitals, Cameroon

Purpose: Nursing is an extremely stressful job, and high levels of occupational stress are believed to have negative effects on nurses. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of occupational stress, factors contributing to occupational stress on nurses and effects of occupational stress on nurses’ mental health. A cross-sectional study design was used. The study duration was five months. A sample of 102 nurses was purposively selected to take part in the study from the Limbe and Buea Regional Hospitals, Cameroon and distributed by probability proportionate to size. Data was collected using a well structured questionnaire and entered into an excel spreadsheet then analyzed using the Weiman Occupational Stress Scale(WOSS).
 Materials and Methods: Data was presented using tables. A cut off point of 43.6 was used to determine the level of stress. Anyone above 43.6 had severe and anyone below 43.6 had mild effects.
 Findings: The study found out that nurses of the hospital were found to experience above average levels of occupational stress with the mean score and individual average score of 59.93 and 3.40 indicating a 51% higher than the established Weiman Occupational Stress Scale mean score of 33.75 and individual average of 2.25. The study found out that 61% of the nurses had severe stress while 39% had mild stress. The study also found that the most common stressors were Long work hours, handling a large number of patients alone and insufficient salary whilst the effects of occupational stress on mental health include: poor appetite, insomnia, depressive mood, trouble falling asleep, staying asleep or sleeping not too much, forgetfulness.
 Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: Nurses should identify and use mechanisms that help them to better cope with stress.

A Study to Assess Occupational Stress among the Farmers of Mahbubnagar District of Telangana, India

Aim: The main aim of the study was to analyze the occupational stress of the farmers.
 Study Design: The study followed Ex post facto research design.
 Place and Duration of study: The current study was carried out purposively in Mahbubnagar district of Telangana during the year 2020-21 because the farmers of Mahbubnagar district are far behind in terms of scientific knowledge of agriculture and the productivity of the crops is being constant despite the huge developments in the technology interventions in the country.
 Methodology: The purposive sampling technique was administered and one mandal namely Midjil was selected because most of farmers grow cotton and are far behind the technological interventions and data was collected from a randomly drawn sample of 170 respondents by personal interview method through structured interview schedule.
 Results: The results of the study revealed that 70.59% respondents were having medium level of overall occupational stress followed by high stress (15.29%) and low stress level (14.12%) with high level financial stress (68.82%), medium level of weather stress (57.64%), medium level of work overload stress (70.00%), medium level of other people as stress (74.11%), medium level of farming hassles stress (64.70%).
 Conclusion: It was concluded to focus on the occupational stress while promoting appropriate strategies with training programmes, demonstrations, develop and regulate policies like minimum support price, and provide subsidies on inputs, provision for storage facilities to avoid distress sale etc. from the state government.

Understanding the Role of Empathy and Gender on EMS Clinician Occupational Stress and Mental Health Outcomes

Background Emergency Medical Service (EMS) clinicians experience high levels of occupational stress due to long hours, short staffing, and patient deaths, among other factors. While gender has been partially examined, little is known regarding the role of empathy on occupational stress and mental health (MH) outcomes among EMS clinicians. Therefore, the current study examines the moderating role of empathy and, separately, gender on associations between occupational stress and mental health. Methods A cross-sectional examination of EMS clinician occupational and personal wellbeing was conducted via an anonymous, electronic survey. Information on clinician demographics, and validated measures of occupational stress, burnout, and MH outcomes were collected. Empathy was assessed using the Toronto Empathy Scale (TEQ). Descriptive/bivariate statistics were conducted for variables of interest. Separate multivariable regression models evaluated associations between occupational stress and mental health outcomes. Empathy and gender were examined as potential moderators using interactions. Results A total of 568 EMS clinicians completed the survey. High levels of mental health difficulties were reported (34.0% anxiety, 29.2% depression, 48.6% burnout). Increased occupational stress was associated with increased anxiety (OR =1.08, 95% CI 1.05-1.10), depression (OR = 1.09, 95% CI 1.06-1.10), and burnout (OR = 1.10, 95% CI 1.07-1.12). No moderation analyses were significant. Greater resilience was associated with lower depression, anxiety, and burnout. Conclusion EMS clinicians, much like other first responders, experience considerable occupational stress, of which is associated with mental health difficulties and burnout. Findings underscore the need for intervention programs aimed at reducing the impact of occupational stress and the promotion of resilience. Continuing to understand the full scope of EMS mental health, including the role of resilience, is imperative, particularly in light of future public emergencies.

Teacher Stress and Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Differences by Teaching Modality

This study examines stress, mental health, and well-being in K-12 teachers during the COVID-19 pandemic Fall 2020 school restart and assesses differences in mental health and well-being by mode of instruction: online, in-person, or a hybrid. K-12 teachers (n = 5856) across three states completed an online survey with questions pertaining to teacher’s experiences surrounding COVID during the Fall 2020 school restart. Using OLS regression, we found that teachers who engaged in dual modalities (both online and in-person and online and in the school building on a regular basis) reported greater levels of perceived stress, anxiety and depression, and lower levels of well-being than those who engaged in “single” modalities (online but not in the building and in-person). This study highlights the additional demands and challenges of balancing two modes of instruction during the pandemic and the toll it took on teacher’s mental health and well-being. Impact Statement Teachers commonly report high levels of occupational stress, and the challenges and demands that resulted from the COVID-19 pandemic have only increased. Results from this study found that teachers who juggle both in-person and online instruction had significantly higher levels of stress, greater levels of depression and anxiety symptoms, and worse psychological well-being than teachers who taught only in-person or online. Examining factors that contribute to high levels of stress and mental health challenges in teachers is necessary for creating school contexts that foster both teachers’ and students’ health and well-being as well as academic performance. The development of robust support systems designed to reduce teacher stress and workload will be of paramount importance to combat teacher burnout and attrition in the face of continuing and future challenges.

Impact of Occupational Stress on Clinical Performance among Nurses: A Case Study of District Multan

There is an increasing attention to identify the occupational stressors on clinical performance among nurses due to the shortfall of paramedical staff especially nurses to an alarming extent globally. We develop a research framework to examine the impact of occupational stress on nurses’ clinical performance. A cross-sectional research design was used for data collection (n= 251). Data collection was accomplished by conducting a survey as a method. Data were analyzed through SPSS. The results indicate that occupational stress is negatively correlated with clinical performance among nurses. Work demand, work-family conflicts, occupational hazards, and occupational issues have a significant impact on nurses’ clinical performance. Moreover, interpersonal relationships and workplace violence are found to be the insignificant impact on clinical performance. Demographic variables like marital status and computer skills have significant differences in occupational stress and clinical performance. Married nurses have a higher level of occupational stress and lower level clinical performance as compared to unmarried. Nurses with computer skills have low occupational stress and higher clinical performance than those without computer skills. The results of the study have theoretical as well as practical implications, needed to be addressed on a priority basis.

An Overview Of The Level Of Occupational Stress Of Anesthesiologists In The Surgical Room Of The Hospital In The Banyumas District Area

Exercise can indeed improve the quality of health if it is done in accordance with the rules or program. However, excessive exercise without considering the capacity of the organs, especially the heart, can result in disease, one of which is heart disease, namely heart rhythm disturbances. The death rate for athletes in 2022 will still be at 29% during competition. In this case, it proves that Holter monitoring (ambulatory ECG monitoring) is better in assessing heart rhythm in athletes. Arrhythmias in athletes are caused by inadequate cardiac remodeling, causing ion channels in the atrioventricular node to undergo immunohistochemical labeling, where L-type calcium (Ca2+) channels that carry inward current are known to play a major role in the diastolic depolarization of the atrioventricular node, and regulate the excitability and increase in axis potentiation. . In the important Ca2+ channels in the heart, a slowing process occurs which results in a barrier to atrioventricular node conduction. A decrease in the axis action potential phase process where calcium cannot replace potassium in cells results in electrical impulse disturbances.

The mediating effects of motivation on the relations between occupational stress and physical activity among underresourced afterschool program staff

ObjectiveGuided by Self-Determination Theory, this study aimed to examine the potential mediating effects of autonomous and controlled motivations on physical activity (PA) experiences of afterschool program (ASP) staff with occupational stress.MethodA total of 58 ASP staff provided full data. Staff occupational stress and self-determination motivations for PA were assessed. Participants’ daily moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) was measured using accelerometer wear. A path analysis was used to address the research purpose.ResultsOccupational stress negatively and indirectly predicted daily MVPA which was mediated by controlled motivation (β = − 4.15, p <.05). Autonomous motivation directly and positively predicted daily MVPA across all types and levels of ASP staff occupational stress (β = 9.93, p =.01).ConclusionsAutonomous motivation is a powerful predictor of staff PA levels despite the degree to which they experience stress. In contrast, controlled motivations are more vulnerable to occupational stress, and can lead to lower MVPA.Trial registrationConnect Through PLAY: A Staff-based Physical Activity Intervention for Middle School Youth (Connect). https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03732144. Registered 11/06/2018. Registration number: NCT03732144.

Gender-specific occupational stress management in construction professionals: a comparative analysis of contractor quantity surveyors work at site

Purpose The construction industry is one of the most stressful industries. Thus, quantity surveyors (QSs) who work at sites frequently experience high levels of occupational stress. The gender of a QS also has a significant impact on his/her occupational stress. Hence, this study aims to investigate the management of occupational stress in QSs working at sites for contractors (hereinafter referred to as CQSs). Design/methodology/approach The study adopted a mixed approach using semi-structured interviews and a questionnaire survey for female and male CQSs to identify, validate and rank the stressors and symptoms of occupational stress in CQSs and the strategies of managing that stress based on their significance levels. Manual content analysis and the mean weighted rating were used to analyse the data collected. Findings Heavy workload was the most significant occupational stressor of CQSs, whereas sleeping disorders were their primary symptom of occupational stress. Establishing a proper work programme was identified as the most effective stress management strategy for male and female CQSs. This study shows that many site QSs are stressed owing to their heavy workloads and work obligations and that their stress-related attributes significantly depend on their genders. Originality/value This study is significant because no previous studies have been conducted on managing occupational stress in CQSs in male and female CQSs. The study findings can be used to identify the stressors and symptoms of occupational stress in CQSs early and use appropriate management strategies to enhance the work satisfaction and productivity of CQSs suffering from occupational stress.

Latent class analysis of the sleep quality of night shift nurses and impact of shift-related factors on the occupational stress and anxiety.

The objective of this study is to explore the various latent categories within the sleep quality of night shift nurses and to investigate whether shift-related factors predispose nurses to higher levels of occupational stress and anxiety. This is a cross-sectional study. From November to December 2020, registered nurses from 18 tertiary hospitals and 16 secondary hospitals in Chongqing were selected through convenience sampling for this study. Latent class analysis was used to investigate the sleep quality of nurses working night shifts. Furthermore, univariate analysis and logistic multivariate analysis were utilized to identify the contributing factors to occupational stress and anxiety. The four latent categories of Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index for night shift nurses were identified as 'Low Sleep Disorder Group' (56.34%), 'Moderate Sleep Disorder Group' (37.27%), 'High Sleep Disorder Non-Reliant on Sleeping medication Group' (4.89%) and 'High Sleep Disorder Reliant on Sleeping medication Group' (1.50%). The results showed that having a night-shift frequency of 3-4 times per month, night-shift durations of 9-12 h, sleep time delay after night shift (≥2 h), total sleep time after night shift less than 4 h were shift-related factors that increased the levels of occupational stress and anxiety. The sleep quality of night shift nurses demonstrates heterogeneity and can be classified into four latent categories. Higher frequency of night shifts, extended work hours and insufficient rest time are all associated with increased levels of occupational stress and anxiety. By identifying the four latent categories of sleep quality among night shift nurses, this study sheds light on the relationship between sleep patterns and levels of occupational stress and anxiety. These findings have important implications for healthcare institutions in the management of nurse well-being and work schedules. No patient or public contribution.

Correlates of Smoking, Work Stress, and Mindful Awareness among Private Hospital Workers in Istanbul

Background: The recent increase in workload and stress experienced by healthcare workers (HCW) is a significant global concern. Mindfulness enables one to be aware of emotions, thoughts, and present moment experiences. Objectives: The primary objective of this research is to investigate the correlates between smoking, occupational stress, and mindful awareness levels, among HCWs within the private healthcare sector. This study was conducted at a tertiary-level university-affiliated hospital in Istanbul between January – February 2023. 208 HCW participated, yielding a response rate of 20%. The participants were requested to complete a 61-item questionnaire consisting of demographics, General Work Stress Scale(GWS), Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) and Test to Assess the Psychological Dependence on Smoking (TAPDS). Results: Smokers had significantly higher levels of mean GWS scores than nonsmokers. The mean MAAS scores of smokers were the lowest in the group with the highest scores of psychological dependence; it was highest in the group with the lowest scores. A negative correlation was found between general work stress and mindful awareness levels and between psychological dependence on smoking and mindfulness levels. HCWs aged 45 and older had significantly lower general stress than others. Conclusion: This study showed that the general work stress levels of smoker HCWs were higher than those of nonsmokers. Mindful awareness level was the lowest in the group, with the highest scores in psychological dependence on smoking. There was a negative correlation between psychological dependence on smoking and both work stress and mindful awareness levels. This study demonstrated that high work stress and low mindful awareness levels are not only related to each other but also to high psychological dependence on smoking.

Occupational Stress Levels among Radiologists and Radiographers in Hungary during the COVID-19 Era.

The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened stress levels, potentially affecting the occupational wellbeing of radiographers and radiologists. Our study aimed to assess occupational stress levels within the radiology department and identify contributing factors. A cross-sectional survey was conducted between September and November 2022, with participants comprising radiographers and radiologists affiliated with the Hungarian Society of Radiographers and the Hungarian Society of Radiologists. The online survey collected socio-demographic and COVID-19 data, and the participants completed an effort-reward imbalance questionnaire. The analysis of 406 responses revealed significantly higher effort-reward imbalance (ERI) levels among the radiologists compared to the radiographers (p < 0.05). The healthcare professionals with over 30 years of experience exhibited significantly lower ERI levels than those with 1-9 years, 10-19 years, or 20-29 years of experience (p < 0.05). Additionally, the individuals aged 31-40 demonstrated higher ERI levels compared to their counterparts aged 19-30, 41-50, and over 51 (p < 0.05). The respondents cohabiting with a spouse/partner reported significantly higher stress levels than their single colleagues (p < 0.05), while the dog owners exhibited significantly lower ERI levels (p < 0.05). Elevated occupational stress highlights specific groups requiring targeted interventions to reduce stress and mitigate burnout among radiologists and radiographers.

Investigating the Relationship Between Occupational Stress and Demographic Variables in Dentists

Background: Today, one of the most important factors threatening everyone is stress. Objectives: Considering the problems caused by stress in people’s careers and the fact that dentistry has been introduced as a stressful profession, the purpose of this research was to investigate the relationship between occupational stress and demographic variables among dentists in Khorramabad, Iran, in 2022. Methods: The current research is a cross-sectional analytical study. Of the 120 working dentists, 92 were enrolled in the study according to the inclusion criteria. Of these, 28.3% were women and 71.7% were men. The data collection instrument was Osipow’s Occupational Stress Inventory. The researcher completed the questionnaires by referring to dentists’ offices. All statistical tests were performed using SPSS version 25, with P &lt; 0.05 as the significance level. Results: The findings showed that the average occupational stress in dentists was 184.01 ± 9.88, showing that 89.1% of dentists had moderate to severe stress and 10.9% had severe stress. The average occupational stress was 180.42 ± 6.35 in women and 185.42 ± 10.68 in men. Thus, the level of occupational stress in men was significantly higher than that of women (P = 0.007). In addition, 2 variables (age and workplace) had a significant relationship with the level of occupational stress of dentists (P &lt; 0.05). Conclusions: Since most dentists participating in this study had moderate to severe stress, knowing the sources of stress and ways to deal with them can help reduce fatigue and increase job performance among dentists.

Level of stress among first line nurses in East Jeddah Hospital, Saudi Arabia during COVID-19 pandemic

Objective: To determine the level of occupational stress and the associated factors among first line nurses in East Jeddah Hospital, Saudi Arabia, during COVID-19. Methodology: Data were collected from 250 first line nurses working in East Jeddah Hospital using survey questionnaires. The questionnaires consisted of occupational stress scale. The collected data were analyzed using Chi-square and descriptive statistical tools of SPSS. Results: We found that 82.8% of the nurses had high level of stress and only 17.2% had moderate stress. The level of occupational stress was affected by various demographic factors, including nurses’ age (p=0.000; r=.713), level of education (p=0.000; r=.655) marital status (p=0.014; r=.624), and whether the nurses stayed alone or with others (p=0.000; r=.507). Many work-related factors affect the level of occupational stress, including department of work (p=0.040; r=.756), hours of working (p=.000; r=.542), years of experience (p=.002; r=.734), access to PPEs (p=0.000; r=.594), nature of relationship with the other coworkers (p=0.000; r=.594) and nature of work relationship (p=0.000; r=.597). Conclusion: The high level of stress among the first line nurses varies with sociodemographic and work factors. This calls for the healthcare systems to implement devise measures to address the propagating factors around stress among these nurses.