Impact of Workplace Stress on Employee Health and Productivity

Abstract

It is crucial to comprehend the effects of stress in the workplace because it influences workers' physical and mental well-being as well as their efficiency and contentment with their work. Anxiety, depression, heart disease, and musculoskeletal disorders are just some of the health concerns that have been linked to chronic stress, according to studies. Employees' quality of life is negatively impacted by these health concerns, which in turn lead to higher rates of absenteeism, attrition, and decreased organizational efficiency. One important indicator of an organization's success, productivity, is quite vulnerable to stress. Workers who are under a lot of stress tend to be less invested, creative, and motivated, all of which contribute to poorer production and worse quality. In addition, cognitive processes including concentration, memory, and decision-making abilities can be negatively impacted by prolonged stress, which in turn hinders performance. The purpose of this research is to assess the prevalence of stress in the workplace, its effects on health and productivity, and whether or not stress affects male and female employees differently. Research aims to contribute to the development of targeted therapies to alleviate the detrimental consequences of workplace stress by shedding light on these characteristics.