An Exploratory Study Of Mental Stress Among Corporate Employees: Identifying Causes, Symptoms, And Coping Mechanisms
- IJLLR Journal
- Apr 10
- 1 min read
Ms. Khushi Agrawal, B.Com LLB, Amity Law School, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus
Dr Arvind Kumar Singh, Officiating Head of the Institute, Amity Law School, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus
ABSTRACT
The increasing work-related stress among corporate employees is a significant concern in today’s competitive and high-pressure work environments. This research investigates the primary sources, indicators, and coping strategies associated with occupational stress. Key stressors include heavy workloads, extended working hours, job insecurity, conflicts in the workplace, and difficulties in maintaining work-life balance (Cooper & Quick, 2017). Employees experiencing stress often exhibit physical symptoms like fatigue, headaches, and sleep disturbances, alongside psychological effects such as anxiety, depression, and burnout (Leka et al., 2019).
To manage workplace stress, individuals employ various strategies, including effective time management, mindfulness practices, physical exercise, seeking social support, and utilizing organizational interventions like flexible work policies and wellness programs (Ganster & Rosen, 2018). This study adopts a mixed-methods approach, incorporating surveys and interviews with professionals from different industries to assess the extent of workplace stress and identify effective coping mechanisms.
The findings reveal that stress negatively impacts both employee well-being and organizational efficiency, contributing to lower productivity and higher turnover rates. Companies that prioritize mental health by fostering a supportive work environment, offering stress management initiatives, and promoting a healthy organizational culture tend to experience greater employee satisfaction and retention (Sonnentag & Fritz, 2015).
This study emphasizes the necessity for businesses to implement long-term strategies to manage workplace stress effectively. Further research is recommended to explore the sustained impact of corporate stress management programs.
