A Critical Analysis of the Theoretical Approaches of Occupational Stress

Abstract

Stress is a common phenomenon that affects almost every individual in the present society. It has negative consequences for an individual to society at large. The gradual increase in the manifestation of negative effects of stress, more particularly in workplaces alarmingly needs an intervention. However, stress is a phenomenon that is yet to be conceptualized in totality. Occupational stress is that component of stress which is related to one’s work environment. Increased absenteeism, low productivity, and labour unrest are the consequences of occupational stress.