Impact of Occupational Stress on Home Environment: An Analytical Study of Working Women of Ludhiana City

Maqbali²,

2023

FIIB Business Review

Women develop stress not only at work but also in their home environment, which leads to chaos in both places. This study not only examines the extent of occupational stress among primary school teachers but also identifies the most important antecedents of occupational stress and its impact on the home environment. A survey was conducted on primary school teachers from Al Batinah Governorate in Oman. A sample of 232 respondents was effectively drawn to analyse data using the SmartPLS-based structural equation modelling (SEM) technique. The job demand control support (JDCS) model was used to study occupational stress. A new variable home environment was included in the study to extend the JDCS model. The findings revealed some factors causing occupational stress and a significant positive relationship between occupational stress and the home environment. The study recommended the creation of a positive work environment, the development of appropriate educational policies, and the improvement of relationships with people in the workplace to ameliorate the stress affecting the home environment.

Section: Discussion Significance and Limitationssupporting

confidence: 92%

Understanding the Impact of Occupational Stress on the Home Environment: Evidence from Oman

Maqbali²,

2023

FIIB Business Review

“…In a study amongst University professionals in Ludhiana, Bakhshi et al established that 40% of faculty had high occupational stress. 12 Another investigation by Kyriacou (2004) opined that 26.3 percent teachers suffered 'very high' or 'extreme' stress in Taiwan. 13 Our research was in contrast to the similar study in Varanasi by Singh and Singh (2006).…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Cross Sectional Study to Estimate Occupational Stress among Higher Secondary School Teachers in Thalassery, Kerala

Krishna

NEELOPANT²,

Wadhwa

et al. 2022

Natl J Community Med

Background: Changing norms have overburdened the educators. Our study aims to assess the levels of occupational stress among higher secondary school teachers and demographic, academic characteristics and relevant factors influencing it. Methodology: Cross sectional study was conducted in Thalassery block of Kannur district, Kerala. The block comprised of 38 schools with 516 teachers. Overall, 484 teachers participated in the study. Modified ‘Manual for teacher’s occupational stress scale’ questionnaire was used. Results were analyzed using Chi square test, ‘t’ test and one way ANOVA. Results: Males were 155 (32%) and females were 329 (68%). The mean age was 40.6 years. Four-fifth (81%) were from government and one-fifth (19%) were from private schools. Majority, 268 (55%), of teachers were found to have mild occupational stress. While, 171 (35%) had moderate stress and 45 (9%) had severe occupational stress. Stress was linked to vast syllabus, time constraint, outside interference, students’ behavior, poor infrastructure and favoritism from authorities. Increased teaching experience and rising position in school were significantly associated with stress. Conclusion: All higher secondary school teachers in Thalaserry block of Kannur, Kerala felt occupational stress. Majority (55%) had mild stress, 35% had endured moderate and 9% suffered severe stress.

“…Tomba and Rapheileng (2013) stated that female entrepreneurs feel more stressed than males due to the inability to spend quality time with families and friends. According to a study conducted by Bakshi et al;(2008), the occupational stress is very common in working women. The stress creates a lack of concentration in their kitchen and house needs.…”

Section: Factors That Contribute To Stress Among Different Professionalsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Psycho-Social Issues of Middle Aged Working Women in Cochin City Based on Stress

Mathew¹

2018

JASRAE

Women all around the world hold a major role in the economic and social development of its nation. The multiple roles and overlapping responsibilities she has, to support her family financially, emotionally and physically takes a toll on her physical, emotional and mental health. Stress levels are higher in middle aged working women as there is a shift from adulthood to old age and as a result the physical contributions by the body in response to the mental stress increases with age and professional variance. The stress levels of the same age group differ according to their professional competencies. Stress is also considered as a part of the package with City life. The significance of this study is to identify the psycho-social issues related to stress in middle-aged working women at the city level, the underlying causes and levels that stress affects the human body and to identify the salient features of stress and hence determine the respondents" perception and response to the different levels of it. Based on this regard, identify its implication and help women face stress with a positive attitude, and use different remedial measures and interventions to enhance their life and well-being.