How Much Stress Is Too Much? Odl Implications On Working Mothers

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted many organizations worldwide because it necessitates the use of cutting-edge technology and requires employees to work from home. This preliminary study aims to establish whether ODL contributes towards perceived stress among working mothers and also to explore on the potential stressors of ODL among working mothers well being. Following a thorough literature review, the researchers discovered that COVID-19 has had a significant impact on Malaysia's higher education sector. Working mothers are primarily affected by stress in terms of their physical and psychological well-being because they must care for their families whilst also caring for themselves. It is anticipated that the perceived stress level and the relationship between perceived stress and well-being will be determined using a questionnaire-based assessment. To produce a more robust result, the findings of this research will be analyzed by using SPSS26.0. The literature review also provided general information about stressors experienced by working mothers, the implications of a stressful situation experienced by working mothers, and the coping strategies to help them overcome the stress. This research has provided a strong foundation for future research in the respective body of knowledge.