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Prepare by
ISHTIAQUE HOSSAINICCT
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Research Findings
19% had quit a previous position because ofjob stress
26% have been driven totears because ofworkplace stress.
62% routinely find thatthey end the day withwork-related neck pain.
44% reported stressed-out eyes.
38% complained of hurting hands 34% reported difficulty in sleeping
because they were too stressed-out.
12% had called in sick because of job stress.
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Work Place Stress
Workplace stress has a negative impact on the business aswell as on the individual employee. The increase in job
stress creates emotional, financial, and safety concerns for
employers and managers
The World Health Organization labeled stress a
worldwide epidemic.Today, workplace stress is
estimated to cost companies more than $300 billion a year
in poor performance, absenteeism and health costs.
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Factorsthat Lead to Job Stress
Specific work factors Excessive workload. Tedious or meaningless tasks.
Long hours and low pay.
Infrequent rest breaks. Unreasonable performance demands
Physicalenvironment Noise and overcrowding.
Poor air quality.
Ergonomic problems.
Health and safety risks (heavy equipment,toxic chemicals).
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Workplacechange
Fear of layoff.
Frequent personnel turnover.
Lack of preparation fortechnological changes.
Poor chances for advancement or promotion.
Tensions brought about by greater workplacediversity.
InterpersonalRelationships
Distant, uncommunicative supervisors.
Poor performance from subordinates.
Office politics, competition, and other conflictsamong staff.
Bullying or harassment.
Problems caused by excessive time away fromfamily.
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Sourcesof OccupationalorJob stress
Job related stressors
Environmentspecific
Economic conditions
Increased level of competitions
Market changes
Technological changes
Changes in the production and products
New forms of organization and product development Drive for greater cost effectiveness networks.
Multinational
General public concerns forthe environment
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Organizational Specific Changes with in the organization
Reorganizations Layoffs
Organizational structure
Organizational culture, climate
Mergers, acquisitions and similar changes of thecompany ownership
Work force diversity
Reward systems
Promotional policies
Job security
Leadership style
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Job Specific Pressure to work for long hours
Job characteristics Conflicting job demands Unclear job expectations Pressure of responsibility
Time pressures Lack of resources to perform job Lack of information Lack of collaboration
Relationships with subordinates Working conditions Insufficient training Work overload
Poor fit between abilities and skills
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Individual Related Stressors.IndividualCharacteristics
Personality traits
Demographic characteristics
Coping skills.
Individuallifecircumstances
Work/life conflict
Family problems
Personal problems Social problems
Financial difficulties.
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WorkerCharacteristicsthatcan Cause Job Stress
May Include:
1. A Need to be in Control The worker feels a need to be in control at all times. The worker views lack of control as a sign of
weakness. The worker has difficulty delegating assignments to
others. The worker avoids showing signs of weakness ornervousness.
2. A lackorPerceived lackofCompetence
The worker feels his or her work is inferior compared
to others. The worker feels he or she makes poor judgments. The worker feels a lack of common sense. The worker feels doubts about his or her competence
and ability to do the job.
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3. A Desireto Please People
The worker relies on favorable opinions and input
from others as a basis for building self-esteem. The worker fears he or she may disappoint others
The worker cares more about others' needs than hisor her own.
The worker avoids communications and actions thatwould displease others.
4. A Need to be Perfect (Perfection)
The worker feels under pressure to achieve.
The worker is highly self-critical.
The worker feels a job well done could havebeen done even better.
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Signsand Symptomsofstress
Intellectual Symptoms (How stress can affectthe Mind) Memory problems.
Difficulty making decisions.
Inability to concentrate.
Confusion.
Seeing only the negative.
Repetitive or racing thoughts.
Poor judgment.
Loss of objectivity.
Desire to escape or run away
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Emotional Symptoms :( How stress can make us feel)
Moody and hypersensitive.
Restlessness and anxiety.
Depression.
Anger and resentment.
Easily irritated and on edge. Sense of being overwhelmed.
Lack of confidence.
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Physical Symptoms:(How stress can affectthe Body)
Headaches.
Digestive problems.
Muscle tension and pain.
Sleep disturbances.
Fatigue. Chest pain, irregular heartbeat.
High blood pressure.
Weight gain or loss. Asthma or shortness of breath.
Skin problems.
Decreased sex drive.
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Behavioral Symptoms:(How stress can affectthe Behavior)
Eating disorder.
Sleeping too much ortoo little.
Isolating self from others.
Neglecting the responsibilities.
Increasing alcohol and drug use. Nervous habits (e.g. nail biting, pacing).
Teeth grinding or jaw clenching.
Overdoing activities such as exercising or shopping.
Losing the temper.
Overreacting to unexpected problems.
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Long termeffectsofstress
Recent research suggests that anywhere from
two-thirds of illness is stress-related.
some ofthe health problems that can be caused or
exacerbated by long-term stress.
Health Problems Linked tolong term StressHeart attack, Cancer,Stroke,
Ulcers,Depressions,Eating disorders,
Obesity,Memeory loss,Thyroid problems
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Consequences of occupational stress can
be grouped into those on
1.Individual level .
2.Organizational level.
On the individual level,
There are three main subgroups of strains:
1.Unwanted Feelings and Behaviours
2.Physiological Diseases (Poor Physical Health)
3. Psychological Diseases (Poor Emotional (Mental)
Health)
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1.Unwanted Feelingsand Behaviors
1. Job dissatisfaction.
2. Lower motivation.
3. Low employee morale.
4. Less organizational commitment,.
5. Lowered overall quality of work life.
6. Absenteeism, turnover.
7. Intention to leave the job,8. Lower productivity, decreased quantity and quality of
work.
9. Inability to make sound decisions.
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2.Physiological Diseases (PoorPhysical
Health)
such as increased blood pressure and pulse
rate, cardiovascular diseases, high
cholesterol, high blood sugar, insomnia,
headaches, infections, skin problems, injuriesand fatigue.
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3. Psychological Diseases (PoorEmotional
(Mental) Health)
1.Psychological distress, depression,
anxiousness.
2.Passiveness, Aggressiveness.
3.Boredom, lose of self-confidence andself-esteem.
4.Lose of dissatisfaction with job and live,
losing of contact with reality andemotional fatigue.
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On the Organization level,
Consequences ofOccupational or Job Stress
can be Grouped into two Major subgroups.
1 . Organizational factors
2 . Organizational Costs.
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1.Organizational factors -
1.Such as discontent and poor morale among theworkforce.
2.Performance/productivity losses, low qualityproducts and services.
3.Poorer relationships with clients, images andreputation, missed opportunities.
4.Disruption to production, high accident and mistakesrates, high laborturnover.
5.Loss of valuable staff, increase sick-leave,
permanentvacancies
,prema
ture re
tiremen
t.6.Diminished cooperation,poor internal
communications, more internal conflicts, anddysfunctional workplace climate.
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2.OrganizationalCosts :-
1.Such as cost ofreduced performance,
productivity (lack of added value to product
and /or service),
2.High replacement costs in connection with
laborturnover (increase in recruitment,training and retraining costs),
3.Increases sick pay, increased health-care
costs and disability payments,4.Higher grievance and litigation/compensation
costs, and costs of equipment damage.
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Organizational factorsaffecting Job stress
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Inadequate staffing 26%
Poor Communications 20%
Insufficient Training 24%
Interpersonal Relations 16%
Poor relations with superiors 14%
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Job Demand factorsaffecting OccupationalorJob stress
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Too much of work 28%
Pressure 19%
Ambitious Deadlines 25%
Working in Isolation 16%
Insufficiency skilled for job 12%
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J o b in s e c u rit
Lack of clarity about responsibility23%
Conflicting demands 24%
Inadequate Managerial support17%
Lack of career progression 22%
Job insecurity14%
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Approachtoreducestress
Stress on the job creates high costs forbusinesses and institutions, reducing
morale, productivity, and earnings.
Clearly, it is in every employers bestinterestsfiscal and otherwiseto
reduce workplace stress as much as
possible.
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OrganizationalapproachOrganization can fosterlow levelsof job stress
and highlevels ofproductivity:Organization leveltoReduce Job Stress
1. Improve communication
2. Consult your employees3. Offer rewards and incentives
4. Cultivate a friendly social climate
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Employeescan reduce job stress
While organizational change comes frommanagement,
there are still many things employees
individually or
collectivelycan do to reduce workplace stress.Stand Up for Yourself
1. Get a job description
2. Change your job
3. Get support
4. Get a new job
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ApproachestoReduce Stress
Changeoflifestylehabitsto Manage Stress
better1. Get enough sleep
2. Connect with others:
3. Exercise regularly
4. Eat a balanced, nutritious diet
5. Reduce caffeine and sugar
6. Do something for yourself everyday
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Changeofthinking and emotional
responsestohandlestress better
1. Have realistic expectations
2. Reframe problems
3. Maintain your sense of humor4. Express your feelings instead of bottling
them up
5. Donttry to control events or other people
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Meetthechallengesofstressfulsituations
1. Manage time
2. Give priority to the most important tasksand do those first
3.Schedule time for both work and recreation
4. Delegate tasks and break up big projects
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StressRelief:
Yoga Meditation, and OtherRelaxation
Techniques
Breathing exercises relieve stress
Meditation to Relieve Stress
Yoga help with stress relief
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How toChangethe Organization to
Prevent Job Stress
1. Ensure thatthe workload is in line with workers'capabilities and resources.
2. Design jobs to provide meaning, stimulation, andopportunities for workers to use their skills.
3. Clearly define workers' roles and responsibilities.
4. Give workers opportunities to participate indecisions and actions affecting their jobs.
5. Improve communications-reduce uncertaintyabout career development and futureemployment prospects
6. Establish work schedules that are compatiblewith demands and responsibilities outside theob.
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