Low Stress Levels Research Articles

Family matters: social support, parental stress, and psychological symptoms

Purpose Social support has been suggested to reduce psychological symptomatology, especially when facing stressful events. However, less is known about the underlying mechanisms through each social support from different sources may interact with parental stress in protecting parents’ symptomatology. Design/methodology/approach A cross-sectional study was conducted online using the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale, the Parental Stress Scale and the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support with 108 Portuguese parents of children attending Grades 1–9. Using a path analysis approach, we explored a mediating model with perceived social support as a factor that could reduce stress, anxiety, and depression directly, and indirectly by lessening perceived parental stress. Findings Social support, particularly from family, was the only significant predictor of lower levels of stress and depression. Alternatively, social support from family had only an indirect effect on anxiety connected with parental stress, particularly in the areas of fear and anguish. Originality/value These findings provide a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between perceived social support, parental stress, and psychological symptomatology. They can also be used to develop relevant psychological intervention actions and to reinforce ways of strengthening social support—particularly from family—to make it continuously available to parents managing stressful situations.

Daily physical activity habits influence surgeons’ stress in the operating room: a prospective cohort study

Background: Exercise training improves heart rate variability, and evidence suggests it can mitigate the detrimental effects of stress. This study aims to evaluate the relationship between surgeons’ physical activity habits and their stress, assessed as heart rate variability, at the start of surgery. Materials and methods: This multispecialty prospective cohort study included surgeons from fourteen cardiac, endocrine, digestive, gynecologic, orthopedic, thoracic, and urologic surgical departments of four university hospitals. Surgeons wore accelerometers 24/7 from 1 November 2020 to 31 December 2021 to quantify the mean daily step counts and daily sedentary time for 7 days prior to each operation. RMSSD, the root mean square of successive differences between normal heart beats, is a heart rate variability (HRV) metric that reflects cardiac vagal tone. We evaluated RMSSD during the first 5 minutes of surgeries performed over five 15-day periods. Data were analyzed using a multivariable linear mixed model with a random effect for surgeons. Results: We analyzed 722 surgeries performed by 37 surgeons (median age = 47 (IQR 42–55); 29 (78.4%) male). On average (SD), surgeons walked 9762 (2447) steps and were sedentary 391 (102) minutes daily. The model showed a positive relationship between steps and cardiac vagal tone, with an increase in lnRMSSD (0.028, 95% CI 0.003 to 0.053, P = 0.026) for every 1000 more steps per day, but not for sedentary behavior. Senior surgeons presented lower lnRMSSD (−0.437, −0.749 to −0.126, P = 0.006), as did surgeons who spent less total time operating over the study period (−0.337, −0.646 to −0.027, P = 0.033), compared to their counterparts. Conclusions: Higher daily step counts the week before surgery were associated with increased cardiac vagal tone, indicating lower stress levels at the beginning of surgery. This relationship highlights the influence of physical activity on surgeons’ stress in the operating room.

Perceived stress in relation to working hours and caring responsibilities: A cross-sectional study during the COVID-19 pandemic

Introduction Stress is associated with adverse physical and mental health outcomes. While work hours have been linked to health and stress outcomes, part-time work may be used to manage work and care responsibilities and thus potentially reduce stress. We examined this relationship in the Netherlands, where part-time work is very common among women, during the COVID-19 pandemic – a period when stress levels were potentially high(er). Methods Data included 1,220 men and women in the Netherlands aged 24 to 64 years from the COGIS-NL study (Wave 2, June 2020) and other modules of the Longitudinal Internet studies for the Social Sciences panel. Kitagawa-Oaxaca-Blinder decomposition analyses were used to analyse gender differences in perceived stress in relation to weekly work hours (<20 hours, short part-time; 20-34 hours, long part-time; 35 hours or more, full-time). Cross-sectional ordinary least squares regression analyses further tested these associations, and any potential mediation by perceived work-life balance, controlling for age, educational level, family situation, and employment situation. Results Gender differences in stress can be attributed to differential effects of part-time employment on men and women’s perceived stress levels. Long part-time work hours were associated with lower stress levels for women, but not for men, and it was only associated with lower stress levels for mothers with co-resident minor children and not for women without. Perceived work-life balance was independently associated with stress but did not mediate the relationship between work hours and stress. Conclusions Higher stress levels among women are likely attributable to differential effects of part-time work on men and women’s stress levels. Working fewer hours (<35) buffered perceived stress for mothers, but not for fathers or individuals without co-resident minor children. Although perceived work-life balance was associated with perceived stress, it did not influence the relationship of work hours with stress.

Informal Support Networks of Parents Involved With the Child Welfare System: Needs and Mental Health Symptoms.

Studies show the protective power of informal support networks for parents, however, most research in this area is not specific to the child welfare context. With a sample of parents with children involved with the U.S. child welfare system due to substantiated child maltreatment (N = 118), latent profile analyses revealed three distinct profiles of parents' informal support networks including perceived support, received support, and network demands. The profiles were associated with differences in sociodemographic risks, ACEs, and symptoms of depression and stress. Parents with four or more ACEs were more likely to be classified in the very little support profile versus the profile of parents with some support. Parents who had high levels of informal network support and a manageable level of network demands had lower levels of depression and stress compared to parents with very little network support. Implications for research and practice are discussed.

Examining psychosocial vulnerability in caregivers of individuals with a chronic haematological malignancy. A cross sectional survey.

ObjectiveTo investigate psychosocial vulnerability in informal caregivers of chronic haematological cancer patients and determine the level of psychosocial vulnerability among carers of people living with a CHM. MethodsAn international cross – sectional study including caregivers of individuals with a chronic haematological cancer (n=64) from Ireland (n=29), Australia (n=21), the UK (n=4), the USA (n=4), and India (n=6). Caregivers completed scales for loneliness, resilience, stress and caregiver strain using the UCLA scale, BRS scale, PSS scale and MCSI scale. Descriptive statistics and non-parametric techniques were used. ResultsThe results show that younger carers (aged between 18-40) report higher levels of loneliness, stress and caregiver strain. Carers who have left their paid employment due to caregiving and are in receipt of carers’ allowance or social welfare report high levels of loneliness and caregiver strain. Lower stress levels were reported in those who received paid professional caring support. Finally, higher levels of loneliness in carers were associated with the patient currently being on some form of treatment and higher levels of caregiver strain were associated with caring for someone for more than 8 hours per day and having all social, mental, and financial areas of life affected ConclusionCaregivers of patients with chronic haematological cancers experience psychosocial vulnerability, which is associated with their age, socioeconomic status, gender and health and wellbeing.

Exploring the Intricacies of Social Mobility Trajectories and Perceived Stress in Post-Reform China.

Among transitional societies, the impact of rapid and widespread intragenerational social mobilities on stress remains understudied. This empirical research explores the intricate relationship between various social mobility trajectories and perceived stress within the dynamic context of contemporary China. Drawing upon data from the China Health and Nutrition Survey spanning from 1991 to 2015, this study advances beyond conventional methodologies that typically categorise social mobility as either upward or downward. It employs the Growth Mixture Model to discern six latent mobility trajectories: 'Fall into Poverty', 'Rise from Rags', 'Middle Class', 'Fall from Grace', 'Upper Middle Class' and 'Elite.' The resulting findings then reveal the diverse impacts of these distinct mobility trajectories on perceived stress, emphasising gender-specific patterns. Among men, those categorised as 'Elite' and 'Fall from Grace' report lower perceived stress levels in comparison to the middle-class reference group, while individuals in the 'Fall into Poverty' category exhibit the highest stress levels. Conversely, for women, the 'Upper Middle Class' and 'Elite' categories are associated with lower stress levels, with 'Upper Middle Class' women experiencing the least stress. The findings unveiled in this study shed light on the multifaceted nature of social mobility and its consequences for stress within a rapidly changing society. These insights hold significant implications for public health interventions, underscoring the necessity of a more nuanced theoretical framework for understanding the stress experiences of Chinese residents amidst societal transformation.

The Impact of Physical Activity on the Disability-Related Stress of Individuals With Physical Disabilities: A Five-Year Longitudinal Study.

People with physical disabilities report a higher prevalence of psychological distress and chronic stress than those without disabilities. Participation in physical activity (PA) has been considered an effective coping strategy to deal with stressors and improve the mental health of people with disabilities. However, very little research has been conducted to explore the relationship between disability-related stress and PA participation by people with physical disabilities longitudinally on an international scale. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of different levels of PA participation on disability-related stress among people with physical disabilities longitudinally. This study used data from the second wave of the Korean Panel Survey of Employment for the Disabled (PSED) from 2016 to 2022. The results of generalised estimated equation modelling indicated that higher levels of PA participation were associated with lower disability-related stress levels over time in the Koreans with physical disabilities who participated in our study. Our findings suggest that participating in 130-150min of PA per week is the optimal range for reducing disability-related stress. The practical implications of improving the mental health of people with physical disabilities and future research directions were discussed.

Effects of an intervention targeting social media app use on well-being outcomes: A randomized controlled trial.

Interventions targeting social media use show mixed results in improving well-being outcomes, particularly for persons with problematic forms of smartphone use. This study assesses the effectiveness of an interventionapp in enhancing well-being outcomes and the moderating role of persons' perceptions about problematic smartphone use (PSU). In a randomized controlled trial, N = 70 participants, allocated to the intervention (n = 35) or control condition (n = 35), completed weekly online surveys at baseline, post-intervention, and follow-up. Participants from the intervention condition received personalized full-screen nudges to reduce their social media app use. This secondary analysis focuses on the repeatedly assessed outcomes well-being, positive affect, negative affect, and perceived stress. Linear mixed models were computed. No significant time x group effects were found, but intervention condition participants reported higher well-being and lower negative affect and stress levels at follow-up. Only one significant moderation was found, indicating that participants reporting higher PSU levels benefited more from the intervention in reducing stress. The intervention was partly effective and particularly beneficial in reducing stress among smartphone users with higher PSU, highlighting the need to tailor interventions. Present findings need to be replicated by future research using a larger sample size.

Differences in Social Support for Pregnant Women between Family Planning and Non-Family Planning

This study aims to analyze the differences in social support received by pregnant women who participate in the Family Planning (FP) program compared to pregnant women who do not participate in the program. The method used is a systematic literature review, which includes data collection and analysis from various studies related to social support for pregnant women. the results of the study indicate that pregnant women involved in the family planning program receive stronger social support from family, friends, and health workers. this support includes better emotional, informational, and instrumental aspects, which have a positive impact on their mental and physical health. in contrast, non-family planning pregnant women tend to experience social isolation and have limited access to health resources and information. the discussion in this study emphasizes the importance of social support in improving the welfare of pregnant women and the role of the family planning program as a platform to strengthen social support networks. the conclusion of this study shows that better social support in pregnant women who participate in the family planning program contributes to better mental health, lower stress levels, and increase their self-confidence during pregnancy. therefore, it is important to improve the integration of social support in the family planning program to create a more supportive environment for pregnant women, so that they can go through their pregnancy more healthily and optimally.

Perceived stress, anxiety, and depression among university employees in Southwestern Nigeria: A cross-sectional study

Being a centre of academic pursuits and intellectual rigour, universities frequently place a high demand on the psychological and emotional well-being of their workers. This study aims to explore the relationship between perceived stress, anxiety, and depression among employees in a university in Nigeria and explore how these stress levels are associated with anxiety and depression. We conducted a cross-sectional study in a foremost private university in Southwestern Nigeria between 28th January 2024 and 11th April 2024. The participants completed a set of self-report questionnaires measuring perceived stress, anxiety and depression symptoms, and demographic information via an electronic survey platform (Google Forms). Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results showed that both perceived stress (r = 0.517, p = 0.01) and family history of heart attack (p = 0.026) were found to be significantly associated with depression (p = 0.05). The logistic regression analysis revealed that, even after adjusting for hypertension (OR = 10.43, 95% CI = 1.761–61.799), high perceived stress remained significantly associated with both anxiety (OR, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.761–61.799; p = .010) and depression (OR, 42.91; 95%CI = 7.557–243.605) compared with those who experienced either moderate or low levels of stress. The study showed that perceived stress is associated with anxiety and depression. Findings are expected to inform policymakers and university administrators, guiding the implementation of effective mental health support systems and stress management interventions within Nigerian universities.

A computational investigation into energy absorption characteristics of multicomponent facing-foam systems of helmets

The strategic utilization of facing layers is investigated as a mechanism to increase the energy absorption in foam liner systems for improving the protective performance of helmets. Energy absorption applications extensively use foams because of their ability to efficiently absorb large amounts of strain energy at low stress levels; however, many deformations are localized to a small volume of the foam available in the system thereby reducing the material system effectiveness. One of these cases occurs as the result of poor fit of helmets. This paper details a systematic computational investigation characterizing the energy absorption of multi-layer material constructions consisting of foam combined with a relatively stiff facing layer. Results obtained reveal that facings provide a mechanism to alleviate the effects of a small deformation area caused by both poor fit and thick comfort foam in helmets, though the facings must have substantial flexural rigidity of [Formula: see text] to improve the energy absorption of the pads. Energy absorption efficiency of the foam-facing system for multiple loading curvatures have been used to quantify the energy absorption improvements of the system provided by the use of higher facing rigidity, especially when the impact is near or past the edge of the pad system.

Perceived Stress and Variation of Blood Pressure Among Re-Rolling Steel Mill Workers

Background: The steel industry is crucial to global infrastructure and economic growth, with rising demands fueled by urbanization and energy needs. In Bangladesh, the sector has grown significantly since the 1990s, but health risks for workers, such as stress-related disorders and hypertension, remain under-addressed. This study evaluates stress levels and blood pressure variations among re-rolling steel mill workers in Bangladesh, with the goal of guiding interventions to enhance worker health and occupational safety. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out in a re-rolling steel mill in the Thana area of Bangladesh to assess stress levels and blood pressure variations among workers with at least one year of experience. The study involved protocol development, data collection, and final report submission. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to gather socio-demographic information, perceived stress levels, and blood pressure measurements. Data analysis was performed using descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and statistical inference, with ethical considerations carefully observed throughout the study. Results: The study surveyed respondents aged 19-52 years with a mean age of 34.72±8.948 years, predominantly Muslim with a majority completing primary education. Most (48.8%) had monthly income with 8,000 to 12,000 taka while mechanical workers being the largest of working sections (41.8%). The study revealed that the majority of respondents (53%) experienced moderate perceived stress, while 45.6% reported low levels of stress. A small proportion of respondents, comprising only 1.4%, reported experiencing highly perceived stress. Conclusion: This study enhances our comprehension of the intricate relationship between occupational factors, psychosocial stress, and cardiovascular health outcomes in industrial environments, offering valuable insights for workplace health promotion and research. JOPSOM 2023; 42(2): 18-22

Photoelasticity as a Tool for Stress Analysis of Re-Entrant Auxetic Structures

The presented study illustrates the use of photoelasticity as an effective tool for validating the results of finite element method (FEM) simulations of auxetic structures. This research focuses on comparing stress distributions in planar auxetic models under symmetrical and asymmetrical loading conditions. Experimental measurements, conducted using an optically sensitive material (PSM-1), were found to align closely with FEM predictions, with deviations within 5%. This agreement highlights the accuracy of both methods, though discrepancies were noted in areas with lower stress levels due to fringe order reading precision. The experimental process makes it possible to take into account real conditions and inaccuracies in production, while numerical modelling is based on ideal conditions. The findings affirm the value of photoelasticity for stress field analysis in complex geometries, particularly for auxetic structures, and underscore its role in verifying and refining computational models. The study concludes that photoelasticity can be a valuable tool for designers and engineers in verifying FEM simulations, even without the use of digital processing and the evaluation of measured data.

Exploring healthcare workers’ immunisation behaviour towards COVID-19 vaccines through psychological patterns

Background: The psychological approach can provide valuable insights into vaccination behaviour, especially in high-risk contexts. It offers new perspectives for effective interventions to improve vaccination behaviour.Aim: To investigate key factors influencing stress related to vaccination in emergency situations among healthcare professionals.Setting: Eastern region of Morocco.Methods: We conducted a descriptive and analytical cross-sectional study involving 221 healthcare professionals in the Eastern region of Morocco. A snowball sampling method was used to select the participants who were administered a questionnaire. Logistic regression analysis was performed with p 0.05 being the level of statistical significance.Results: The participants had a median age of 25.5 years (30–34.5) and were predominantly females (68.3%). Vaccination coverage stood at 84.6%, with a positive perception of 77.8%. The analysis of the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) revealed that 51.6% (n = 114) of healthcare professionals experienced stress towards vaccination. Females were almost two times more susceptible to experiencing vaccination stress (p = 0.03). Furthermore, the analysis showed that vaccination profile (p = 0.02), accepting the vaccine for any reason other than its accessibility (p = 0.03) and having a previous coronavirus disease 2019 infection (p = 0.03), were significantly associated with stress. In contrast, healthcare professionals based at the university hospital had a significantly lower stress level (p = 0.01).Conclusion: Moroccan healthcare professionals exhibited high vaccine acceptance and positive perceptions, particularly among vaccinated individuals despite notable stress around immunisation.Contribution: These insights can guide governments and policymakers in developing strategies to enhance healthcare workers’ awareness and understanding of vaccination.

Association of chronic stress during studies with depressive symptoms 10 years later

The long-tern implications of stress during university for individuals’ mental health are not well understood so far. Hence, we aimed to examine the potential effect of stress while studying at university on depression in later life. We analysed data from two waves of the longitudinal Study on Occupational Allergy Risks. Using the ‘work overload’ and ‘proving oneself’ scales of the Trier Inventory for Chronic Stress and the Patient Health Questionnaire-2 (PHQ-2), participants reported chronic stress during university (2007–2009, mean age 22.2 years, T1) and depressive symptoms ten years later (2017–2018, mean age 31.6 years, T2). We performed linear regression analyses to explore the association between stress during university (T1) and later depressive symptoms (T2). Participants (N = 548, 59% female) indicated rather low levels of stress and depression (PHQ-2 mean score: 1.14 (range: 0–6)). We observed evidence for a linear association between overload at T1 and depression at T2 (regression coefficient (B) = 0.270; 95% confidence interval (CI) = 0.131 to 0.409; standardised regression coefficient (β) = 0.170). Our analyses yielded evidence for an association between chronic stress while studying and risk of depressive symptoms later in life. This finding underlines the importance of implementing sustainable preventive measures against stress among students.

The Role of Affect Valence and Pain in Differentiating Young Women With and Without Histories of Nonsuicidal Self-Injury.

Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) often helps regulate affect, yet there is conflicting research on the immediate affective outcomes of pain and NSSI. People also engage in NSSI for intrapersonal and interpersonal reasons. It is unclear whether affective shifts post-pain task differentiate individuals with and without NSSI histories, and are influenced by interpersonal or intrapersonal motives for NSSI. The present study examined the effect of pain on affective shifts, and to investigate motives for NSSI as moderators. Participants were 134 women (n = 77 with recent/recurrent NSSI), that completed measures of NSSI and reported their positive and negative affect pre- and post-pain-task. Our findings suggest that participants without a history of NSSI reported greater decreases in positive affect pre-to-post task. NSSI history did not predict fluctuations in negative affect after controlling for stress. Namely, at low levels of stress, participants reported greater decreases in negative affect following the pain task. Finally, interpersonal motives for NSSI predicted increased positive affect following the endurance of pain. Findings suggest that affect changes in response to pain may not be differentially associated with NSSI history; however, among people with a history of NSSI, interpersonal motives may predict changes in positive affect following a pain task.

Co-delivery of curcumin-resveratrol-carnosic acid complex promotes neurogenesis and cognitive recovery in a rodent model of repeated mild traumatic brain injury.

Repeated traumatic brain injury has grown in importance as sports-related injuries have increased. Repetitive mild TBI (rmTBI) increases the risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases, as well as chronic comorbidities like PTSD, depression, substance abuse and neuroendocrine functions. However, no effective therapeutic strategies have been reported for the effective management of TBI. Herein, we examined the effectiveness of co-delivery of the phytonutrients curcumin, trans-resveratrol, and carnosic acid as a bioavailable complex (CGM+) in managing rmTBI in the rodent model. The rats were randomly assigned to sham, rmTBI, and CGM+ (300 mg/kg b.wt.) groups for a total of 21 days. On Days 6 and 7, all animals, except those in the sham group, were subjected to repeated mild traumatic brain injury (rmTBI). The CGM+ group received supplementation throughout the 21 days, while the other groups received a vehicle. Neurological severity score (NSS) was assessed 24 h after the last injury, and behavioral tests were completed within 14 days post-injury. Samples for the biochemical analysis were collected after euthanasia. CGM+ supplementation significantly decreased the sensory-motor deficits associated with rmTBI. Following TBI, the CGM+ group demonstrated enhanced memory and low-stress levels. Furthermore, CGM+ has been shown to modulate neurotransmitter levels and promote neurogenesis. The biochemical and molecular analysis revealed that CGM+ promotes recovery following rmTBI by modulating mitochondrial bioenergetics and BDNF pathways. The findings indicate that CGM+ can be used to manage cognitive and sensory-motor defects caused by rmTBI, such as in the case of sports injuries.

Finite element analysis of stress in mandibular molars repaired after fractured instrument removal

BackgroundThis study assessed stress distributions in simulated mandibular molars filled with various materials after the removal of fractured instruments from the apical thirds of the root canals.MethodsFinite element models of the mesial and distal root canals were created, where fractured instruments were assumed to be removed using a staging platform established with a modified Gates-Glidden bur (Woodpecker, Guangxi, P.R. China). Each canal was treated with different materials: Biodentine (Septodont, Saint Maur-des-Fosses, France), mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA), and gutta-percha. In addition to these, four control models were also created. In total, 14 models were generated and subjected to a 300 N force applied at a 45° angle to simulate the stress.ResultsModel 1 (Biodentine) and 2 (Gutta-percha + Biodentine) showed the lowest stresses among mesial root canal models, whereas Model 5 (Gutta-percha) showed the highest. Among distal root canal models, Model 6 (Biodentine) and 7 (Gutta-percha + Biodentine) showed the lowest stresses, while Model 10 (Gutta-percha) showed the highest. In addition, Biodentine (Septodont) and Gutta-percha + Biodentine (Septodont) produced similar stress levels in both mesial and distal roots, while MTA and Gutta-percha + MTA led to increased stresses, especially in the distal root. Among the control models, the highest maximum von Mises stress values were in Model 13 and Model 14, which had a staging platform and were not filled with any root canal filling material, after the broken instrument was removed.ConclusionsBiodentine (Septodont) may be preferable to MTA for filling staging platform cavities post-fractured instrument removal due to lower stress levels. Furthermore, calcium silicate-based materials alone or in combination with Gutta-percha showed similar stress levels, suggesting their potential use for root canal filling. All models demonstrated structural integrity within safe limits.

Gendered Racial Identity, Positive Health Practices, and Mental Health Among Black Adult Women

In the current study, we analyzed data from a national sample of 501 Black women (18–35 years old, M = 27) to examine the associations between gendered racial identity beliefs, the Superwoman Schema, and positive health practices on women’s stress, anxiety, and depression. Gendered racial centrality and endorsement of the Superwoman Schema was associated with poorer mental health outcomes, while positive beliefs about being a Black woman were associated with lower levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. Black women with more supportive social relationships indicated less stress, anxiety, and depression. We also considered individual-level differences and found that younger and neurodiverse and disabled Black women reported more stress, anxiety, and depression. The results highlight the multidimensionality of gendered racial identity beliefs in relation to mental health outcomes, as well as the need for more research on individual-level differences and the role of self-compassion in Black women’s experiences.

Assessing the relationship between low back pain and job stress on the work ability index among healthcare workers in an educational hospital in Tehran

Introduction: Considering that stress in the workplace for healthcare workers employees can adversely affect their work ability, diminish productivity, and lead to job dissatisfaction, burnout, as well as negative physical and mental outcomes, the present study was designed to assess the effect of low back pain and stress levels on the work ability index among healthcare workers in a tertiary hospital in Iran. Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on healthcare professionals in one of the hospitals in Tehran City in 2022. The prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among study participants was evaluated using the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ). Additionally, the Work Ability Index (WAI) was employed to evaluate the participants' work ability, while the HSE Stress Questionnaire was used to measure their job stress levels. Results: A lower level of job stress among healthcare professionals was significantly associated with daily (P=0.02) and weekly (P=0.004) working hours. Moreover, healthcare professionals who did not experience low back pain in the past week were able to work more hours per day compared to others (P=0.01). In the linear regression model, the relationship between the Work Ability Index (WAI), job stress, and job position remained statistically significant (P<0.05). Conclusion: Tackling job-related stress and enhancing employee well-being is essential to improve work productivity and overall health. Implementing specific interventions and conducting further research could effectively contribute to achieving these goals.