Workplace Stress Research Articles

Compassion Fatigue in Emergency Medicine: Current Perspectives.

Compassion fatigue (CF), or loss of ability to empathize or feel compassion for others for whom one cares, is a growing concern for emergency physicians (EP). EPs, by the nature of their jobs, work under unpredictable conditions at odd hours with high levels of exposure to traumatic events. They are placed under substantial psychological, physical, and cognitive pressure, with little opportunity to recover or reflect. CF occurs when this workplace stress leads to feelings of being overwhelmed, helpless, unsupported, and unable to cope. Additionally, primary traumatic stress from threats of workplace violence and secondary traumatic stress (STS) from witnessing the suffering of others increase the likelihood of developing CF. Unchecked, this progression to CF causes reduction in quality of care to patients, reduction in patient satisfaction, increased levels of EP depression and anxiety, increased levels of EP substance use, and increased attrition from the specialty. To truly improve CF, individuals and organizations should be aware of the contributors to CF: namely, emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, primary and STS, and personal achievement. EPs should maximize their resilience to CF by using cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness, taking care of their physical health, seeking meaning and development within their work, developing hobbies outside of work, and creating boundaries between work and home. Organizations should actively address the known drivers of physician burnout: workload and job demands, efficiency and resources, meaning in work, culture and values, control and flexibility, work community, and work-life integration. Organizations should also provide adequate safety within facilities to reduce the threat of primary trauma and should supply adequate support and destigmatization for post-traumatic symptoms for EPs suffering from STS.

A study of job stress with special reference to the private sector

The study aims to delve intricate dynamics of private sector job stress in the context of rising workplace demands and evolving organizational dynamics. First, we want to find out how common occupational stress is and what causes contribute to it. Second, we want to figure out which variables are most significant in this situation. This study uses a thorough methodology that includes regression and correlation analysis with a sample size of 600 participants, and it reveals notable conclusions. Workload and time pressure, interpersonal connections, role ambiguity and conflict, lack of control, and competitive environment made for 20.8% of the variation in job stress, according to the regression analysis. Curiously, contrary to previously held beliefs, the absence of control did not out to be a strong predictor. Strong interpersonal relationships have a significant impact on occupational stress, and working in a highly competitive culture can be hazardous. The correlation matrix sheds light on the interdependence of these factors, demonstrating this. There are a number of realworld consequences of these results for companies who are trying to make their workplaces healthy for their employees. The study adds clarity to the continuing discussion of workplace stress by calling for a targeted approach to intervention and regulations. In the ever-changing private sector, this strategy aims to boost organizational resilience and employee well-being.

Prevalence of workplace stress and its effect on some physiological parameters among pediatric dentists

Prevalence of workplace stress and its effect on some physiological parameters among pediatric dentists

RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN JOB SATISFACTION AND JOB STRESS AMONG HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS IN PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SECTORS

The fundamental reason behind directing the review is to examine the “Relationship between job satisfaction and job stress among High School teachers in Public and Private sectors”. The population of the study contained all the Public and Private High Schools of District Malakand. All the male teachers of Public and Private High Schools in district Malakand were target for the population of the study. Sample of 50 teachers from Public and 50 teachers from Private were selected randomly from the target population of Public and Private High Schools of District Malakand. The tools used were Teachers Job Satisfaction scaled questionnaire consisting 15 items and Teacher Stress Inventory questionnaire consisting 15 items. Data was analyzed through SPSS. Frequencies, percentages, and Means were used as descriptive statistics for organizing and summarizing data while “Correlation (Spearman's rho)” was used as inferential statistics to analyze data and get the results. From the findings of this research, it’s clear that the majority of the teachers of Government High Schools in district Malakand were satisfied in teaching job, while the majority of the teachers of Private High Schools in district Malakand were not satisfied in teaching job. According to current study less the stress more the satisfaction in the prescribed jobs and vice versa. Furthermore, this study indicates that the ability of teachers to deal with workplace stress can be minimize by better handling physical and mental pressures at work and this can lead to an improvement in the level of optimistic moral ethics, job satisfaction, social and attitudinal results such as commitment and teachers’ efficiency. The uplifting outlook of the head, understudies and partner helps a great deal in further developing the work fulfillment of teacher. The chief really must stay away from tyrannical way of behaving; he ought to be a decent manager, who finishes the work proficiently without harming the pride of the teachers. He ought to take on a directing way to deal with the issues of the teachers and never point at their flaws in public.

A Systematic Review of Maldivian National Laws to Combat Workplace Bullying

Bullying has been identified as a leading workplace stressor because of its debilitating effects on individual employees, groups of employees, and organizations. A vast literature explores the nature and consequences of workplace bullying and demonstrates the need for the protection of employees in the workplace, such as through laws and policies. While some organizations include policies on workplace bullying and some laws can be applied to address workplace bullying, few seem to use these mechanisms to seek redress. Hence, this systematic review evaluates the complaint procedures, protection, prevention, and effectiveness of the current laws and policies on workplace bullying within the Maldivian context. The paper then discusses why seeking legal recourse from bullying rarely occurs through the legal system. A systematic analysis supplemented with five semi-structured interviews of key informants (members of the employment tribunal, lawyers, court judge, and registrar) was carried out to obtain an in-depth understanding of the current situation in the Maldives. The analyses reveal that the Maldivian legal system has many gaps that result in little or no protection from bullying in the workplace. The current legislative and regulatory framework does not adequately recognise the power that employers have over employees in certain types of bullying, and it mainly focuses on the protection from and prevention of “bullying” in the form of sexual harassment in the workplace. The Maldivian Constitution, which guarantees fundamental rights and freedoms to all persons in Chapter II (Arts.16-69), is vague when it comes to addressing bullying. This study acknowledges that workplace bullying policies are only one range of interventions for addressing bullying. Other methods of prevention are required to deal with bullying in workplaces.

Related Factors of Work Stress Among Breastfeeding Working Women in Indonesia

Work stress is a common response experienced by workers, including breastfeeding working women, due to stressors arising in the workplace. In the short term, work stress has a negative impact on the productivity and lactation activity of working women. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the factors associated with work stress among breastfeeding working women. A cross-sectional design was used by distributing the workplace stress scale questionnaire and additional questions to breastfeeding working women. The data used were obtained from 162 respondents spread across Indonesia who were willing to fill out online questionnaires. Subsequently, the collected data were analyzed using the Logistic Regression test. The results indicated that 85 people (52.47%) felt high stress, particularly regarding the lack of opportunity to show ability and talent during work. A statistically significant relationship (p=0.034, aOR= 2.139) was also discovered between the type of family and work-related stress in breastfeeding working women. Although this problem was directly sourced from stressors at work, demographic factors such as the type of family contributed to the stress experienced by breastfeeding working women.

Workplace Stress of Special School Teachers at Three Schools in Bali Province

Workplace stress is often seen as a threat or a problem that comes from the work environment. Stress is a feeling resulting from the interaction between the individual and the work environment. Work stress can happen to anyone at any time, including special school teachers. This research aims to describe the workplace stress of special school teachers at three schools in the Bali Province. This research was conducted in October-December 2022. Researcher used quantitative research method with cross-sectional design and descriptive approach. Data collection is carried out using the Copenhagen Psychosocial Questionnaire-III and the Occupational Diagnosis Survey from the Ministry of Manpower Indonesia. The sample of this research was 95 participants. Researcher use total sampling technique. The results showed that 52.63 percent of respondent experience workplace stress in the moderate categories and 44.21 percent in the mild categories. Based on the diagnosis to what extent work conditions are a source of stress, 14.74 percent of respondents are moderately stressed due to ambiguity of roles, 15.74 percent are due to role conflict, 37.89 percent are due to quantitative overload, 57.89 percent are due to qualitative overload, 13.68 percent are due to career development, and 62.11 percent are due to responsibility towards others.

Workplace Stressors, Levels of Burnout Among Faculty in Educational Institutions – A Case Study

Purpose: The study aims to assess the prevalence and severity of burnout among faculty in educational institutions, identify specific stressors contributing to it, and develop targeted interventions and support systems to mitigate burnout and improve well-being. The findings highlight the prevalence of work stress among faculty, varying in intensity and frequency, emphasizing the need for effective interventions and support systems to alleviate stress. The study recommends implementing stress management programs and providing support for faculty in educational institutions to effectively address work-related stress. Design/Methodology/Approach: This study investigates workplace stressors and the levels of burnout among faculty members in educational institutions. Using a well-structured questionnaire, data was collected from 40 faculty members working in undergraduate colleges located in Mangalore City, Karnataka State. The questionnaire consisted of two sections: a) Socio-Demographic Information, and b) Level of Occupational Burnout. A representative sample of faculty members from different educational institutions was selected. The determination of the sample size is guided by statistical power calculations, aiming to guarantee sufficient representation and applicability of the study's findings. Findings: The overall findings indicate that work stress is prevalent among faculty members in educational institutions. The survey reveals that a significant number of respondents frequently or sometimes feel physically exhausted, find it difficult to meet work schedules, and perceive their job as tedious. Additionally, a considerable proportion of participants experience anxiety related to their work. On the positive side, the majority of respondents reported receiving cooperation from their colleagues and feeling enthusiastic at work. However, a notable portion of faculty members expressed dissatisfaction with their returns. The results imply a necessity for implementing interventions and support mechanisms to effectively tackle work-related stress and promote job satisfaction among faculty in educational institutions. Originality/Value: The originality of this study lies in its examination of workplace stressors and burnout specifically among faculty members in educational institutions. While previous research has explored burnout in various professions, this study focuses on the unique context of educational faculty. Furthermore, the study contributes to the field by identifying specific stressors that contribute to burnout in this specific population and proposing targeted interventions and support systems tailored to the needs of faculty in educational institutions. Overall, the study's originality lies in its contribution to the understanding of burnout in the educational setting and its potential impact on faculty well-being. Paper Type: Case Study.

Workplace Stress Management among Healthcare Employees

Workplace Stress Management among Healthcare Employees

Workplace Stressors, Employee Welfare, and Productivity

This study was about the delicate balance between employee well-being and organizational productivity. On the one hand, if work demand was too high, employees would be too stressed, and organizational productivity would be affected. On the other hand, if a workplace is too relaxed, the business may not survive. An optimal combination of employee well-being and organizational productivity had to be addressed in equal terms. The method used to identify potential workplace stressors was qualitative in as much as it made use of observations and interviews with informants. The method used to determine levels of workplace stressor experience of employees was descriptive-quantitative. This study made use of employee work stressor experience as leverage to highlight its dynamics with employee welfare and organizational productivity. Work stressors in the context of a fast-food establishment were identified. Employees were given survey questionnaires to determine the levels of workplace stressor experience. One-way ANOVA was used to determine the significance of the difference between workplace stressors, and subsequently, areas of intervention were identified. The conclusions were the following. Role conflict, role ambiguity, work overload, working conditions, and workplace relationships were identified as potential workplace stressors based on fast-food operations and settings. Identified workplace stressors were experienced by employees at varying levels. There was a significant difference between workplace stressors. Interventions were to include all identified stressors beginning with the most prevalent, work overload. Areas of intervention included social and organizational support, employee stress-coping attitudes and skills, work performance abilities, and work-life balance.

The relationship between workplace toxicity, stress, physical activity and emotional eating

This study examines the relationship between perceived workplace toxicity and stress of employees in the hospitality industry and emotional eating behaviors within the context of their physical activity levels. A cross-sectional design from amongst the quantitative research methods was used, in which data were collected via questionnaires from 846 participants who work in five-star hotels in Alanya, Turkey. The study concluded that workplace toxicity positively predicts stress and emotional eating, and the impact of workplace toxicity on emotional eating occurs via stress. Furthermore, physical activity plays a moderating role in the effect of workplace toxicity and stress on emotional eating. As employees’ physical activity levels drop, the effect of both stress and workplace toxicity on emotional eating significantly increases. These results reveal that physical activity buffers the negative effects of workplace toxicity and stress on emotional eating.

INDIVIDUAL AND JOINT ASSOCIATIONS BETWEEN SLEEP AND PAIN ON MENTAL HEALTH: DIFFERENCES BY WORK STATUS AND OCCUPATION

Abstract Researchers have posited that healthcare workers (HCWs) are at greater risk of sleep and pain concerns due to their demanding work schedules and stressful workplace environment. Currently, more research is needed to understand the joint associations between sleep and pain and differences by work status and occupation type. This study examined the individual and joint associations between sleep and pain on mental health symptoms by workers (vs. non-workers) and HCWs (vs. non-HCWs). Data came from the Midlife in the United States (MIDUS) study (Time 1: 2004-2005; Time 2: 2013-2019). At baseline, 2,894 participants were working (2,640 were not working; n=294 HCWs). Sleep quality, sleep duration, number of pain locations, and pain interference were assessed. Over time, as sleep quality worsened, sleep duration shortened, and the number and interference of pain increased, then depressive and anxiety symptoms increased across all groups. The individual associations of poor sleep or more pain with depressive and anxiety symptoms were stronger among non-workers compared to workers. The relationships between poor sleep or more pain with depressive symptoms was stronger among HCWs compared to non-HCWs, but weaker or not statistically significant when anxiety symptoms was the outcome. There was evidence that the combination of poor sleep characteristics and greater pain exacerbated anxiety symptoms among all groups. Findings show differences in mental health as functions of sleep and pain by work status and HCW status. Evidence of the joint associations of sleep and pain support the interrelated nature of sleep and pain.

When the Body Speaks: Body-Mapping the Somatic Symptoms of Stress in Hospital Social Workers

Abstract Impact of workplace stress is a significant issue for social workers in hospital practice. This study aims to understand somatic stress in hospital social workers, the physical embodiment of stress and recognition within employing organisations and education. Using a collaborative inquiry methodology, data were collected using body-mapping workshops. Following Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis, three overarching themes were generated: experiences of somatisation, deliberate disembodiment, stress management and staff well-being. Social worker findings include the inhabiting of multiple bodies at work and the impact of the work environment on well-being. Harmful coping strategies and a lack of existing support and recognition were identified. Recommendations include an integration of somatic stress into the existing well-being scholarship to aid in acknowledgement and resourcing.

Parenteral nutrition insecurity: ASPEN survey to assess the extent and severity of parenteral nutrition access and reimbursement issues.

Parenteral nutrition (PN) shortages and lack of qualified professional staff to manage PN impact safe, efficacious care and costs of PN. This American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN)-sponsored survey assessed the frequency and extent to which PN access affects PNdelivery to patients. Healthcare professionals involved with PN were surveyed. Questions were developed to characterize the respondent population and determine the extent and severity of PN access issues to components, devices, and healthcare professionals, as well as their effects on discharge and transfer issues. Reimbursement issues included cost, adequacy of therapy, and healthcare professional reimbursement. Burdens were types and frequency of errors, adverse events, and nutrition problems resulting from PN access issues. Impact on professionals and organizations was determined. Respondents (N = 350) worked in hospitals (75%) and home infusion (25%). Per day, clinicians cared for <15 patients receiving PN. All age populations were represented. Respondents reported shortages of macronutrients (72%, 233 of 324) and micronutrients (91%, 297 of 324). Issues with access to healthcare workers were observed. PN access issues contribute to increased costs of PN, and knowledge regarding the current rate of PN reimbursement is limited. Respondents (75%, 197 of 261) observed an error due to PN access issues. Adverse events (57%, 149 of 259) were observed leading to temporary or permanent harm (24%, 61 of 259) as well as near death (4%, 9 of 259) and death (1%, 2 of 259). Providers reported time away from other job responsibilities and workplace stress. PN access issues result in "PN insecurity" that negatively impacts patients and healthcare providers and leads to adverse events including death in patients receiving PN.

Incidence and Cause of Occupational Burnout Syndrome Among Sonographers

Objective: To investigate the level of occupational burnout syndrome in a cohort of sonographers and to determine any associations between sex, number of hours worked per week, and burnout. Materials and Methods: This study used a cross-sectional approach that replicated the Oldenburg Burnout Inventory and surveyed a convenience sample of sonographers who are members of the Society for Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Results: The study survey offered the total scores of occupational burnout, disengagement, and exhaustion, with a potential minimum score of 16 and a maximum score of 64. The results yielded a minimum score of 17 and a maximum score of 64. The mean score was 43.11 (SD = 7.02), indicating a moderate level of burnout. Conclusion: This cohort of sonographers demonstrated moderate levels of burnout, so it is important to acknowledge that preventing occupational burnout is necessary to ensure that workplace stress is managed to avoid significant issues. Further research is needed to assess how occupational burnout syndrome affects retention in the profession.

Sailing through silence: exploring how negative gossip leaves breeding grounds for quiet quitting in the workplace

PurposeGossip spreads like wildfire, damaging relationships, decaying trust and creating a negative work environment. This study aims to investigate the relationship between negative workplace gossip (NWG) and quiet quitting (QQ), while considering the mediating effects of workplace stress and emotional exhaustion (EE).Design/methodology/approachDrawing upon the conservation of resource theory, the study aimed to comprehend this association in the context of 267 employees from diverse sectors in India, including health care, IT, banking and education. Through a three-wave time lagged survey design, using partial least squares structural equation modeling, significant findings were uncovered.FindingsThe results revealed a positive link between NWG and QQ. There was also a positive correlation between NWG and workplace stress. In addition, workplace stress and EE were found to mediate the relationship between NWG and QQ.Practical implicationsThe findings have implications for both theory and practice. Organizations should consider implementing strategies to mitigate the prevalence of negative gossip and foster a healthier work environment, promoting employee well-being and retention.Originality/valueThe study reveals the “black box” between NWG and QQ, adding to the body of knowledge on the novel concept of QQ. Second, the study expands the literature on NWG, by examining impact path of how it leads to stress and EE, leading to QQ.

Insights of Infantry Soldiers: A Qualitative Exploration of Psychological Resilience and Stress

The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) is currently struggling with a retention crisis. Within the CAF, The Canadian Army (CA) experiences the greatest attrition rates. Staffing shortages lead to an increase in job demands subsequently leading to greater stress, burnout, and turnover intentions. Psychological resilience has been found to buffer the negative effects of workplace stressors. There is a need to understand resilience within specific occupations to better inform resilience building interventions. This study aims to enhance knowledge of how infantry soldiers in the CA define resilience and what challenges they experience within the workplace that contribute to stress and how they cope with such stressors. A qualitative approach was used, with 14 semi-structured interviews conducted with CA personnel employed as infantry soldiers. Data were analyzed using a deductive content-analysis. Four themes emerged from the interviews: the nature of resilience, challenges of the profession, resilience strategies (attitudes), and resilience strategies (protective practices). The study provides unique insights into the experiences of infantry soldier’s and the mechanisms they employ to facilitate and maintain resilience.

Teaching staff are often exposed to stressors. Stress as a state of emotional imbalance reduces work efficiency and makes the person more vulnerable to challenges. The teachers’ view of stress is one of a state of imbalance, tension. Workplace stressors such as overwork, overtime, as well as the lack of clear goals of the institution, poor communication between colleagues lead

Teaching staff are often exposed to stressors. Stress as a state of emotional imbalance reduces work efficiency and makes the person more vulnerable to challenges. The teachers’ view of stress is one of a state of imbalance, tension. Workplace stressors such as overwork, overtime, as well as the lack of clear goals of the institution, poor communication between colleagues lead to physical and social isolation of the person. The development of an anti-stress code through the needs of affiliation, security, the novelty of the experience, the relaxations methods, as well as the involvement in the NEW–START program are obvious premises in this context.

“Just a Voice” or “a Person, Too?”: Exploring the Roles and Emotional Responses of Spoken Language Interpreters

Background:Despite the many roles spoken language interpreters play, there is little evidence exploring the assumed roles and their corresponding emotional impact when working with refugees in health and human services.Methods:Using Constructivist Grounded Theory, our team explored the experiences of 11 interpreters who had undergone migration to the United States to understand the roles they identify with and how those roles intersect with their emotional responses to clients’ stories, trauma, and shared experiences.Findings:Our findings indicate that interpreters embody diverse roles and exhibit a spectrum of emotional responses, including being a “voice,” a “cultural broker,” an “advocate,” and “being human.” These roles were linked to emotional responses ranging from workplace stress, empathy, and emotional toll to growth and satisfaction.Conclusions:Our field needs to address interpreters’ emotional needs and advocate for work environments that value inclusivity and the recognition of interpreters as vital members of the therapeutic alliance.

The Mediating Role of Burnout in the Anxiety and Work Engagement Relationship

Pandemic-related pressures and responsibilities increase the likelihood of burnout for all health care professionals. The consequences of burnout are significant, as it has been linked to high anxiety, increased turnover, decreased employee morale, higher absenteeism, and lower quality of service. To date, most research explores burnout’s relationship with these variables in isolation. This study explores the anxiety, burnout, and employee engagement relationships among community pharmacists during the global pandemic. Pharmacists in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan completed an online questionnaire that asked questions related to their levels of anxiety, burnout, and work engagement among other control variables. The relationships among the variables were explored via SPSS and the moderation and mediation PROCESS macro. The findings suggest that burnout fully mediates the anxiety and employee engagement relationship, suggesting that anxiety alone is not enough to reduce employee engagement. The results confirm burnout’s relationship with anxiety and lack of engagement and provide a more specific understanding of burnout’s antecedents and consequences, offering important insight for academics and practitioners. Due to the positive implications of eliminating burnout and the importance of employee engagement to organisational performance, managers should seek to reduce workplace stress to avoid burnout and disengagement.