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Work related stress
C/N/658. Stress in health care profession
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- 1650
- DATE:
- 2012
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper looks at stress as a major issue of the occupational health care profession. Literature is reviewed on the psychological, emotional and mental distress in UK doctors and nurses. Stress levels associated with the work environment of NHS staff are considered discussing the effects of stress on individuals and the strategies used for coping with stress.
KEYWORDS: Stress, health care profession,
C/HR/1205. Workplace stress and its prevention
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- 1400
- DATE:
- 2012
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper addresses the problem of increasing levels of stress in the workplace identifying types of stress interventions that companies can use to help their employees deal with stress. Examples of each type of stress-prevention strategies are considered highlighting their advantages and disadvantages.
KEYWORDS: Workplace stress, stress prevention,
S/HR/329. An assessment of student stress levels
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- 700
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 9.99 GBP
This study aims to assess the perceived stress levels of students in relation to the social support they receive. The paper introduces background information on the topic, and follows with an identification of the methodology used. Questionnaires are used to collect data, and the paper details the design of the questions, and the materials and procedures used. The results from the questionnaire are highlighted, and the paper then discusses the findings.
KEYWORDS: Stress, students, social support, questionnaires,
S/HR/328. An examination of the causes of stress in the workplace
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- 1750
- DATE:
- 2011
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This paper examines the concept of stress in the workplace, and aims to identify the main causes for its occurrence. Issues like work overload, role conflict, lack of control, new technology, personality clashes, and shift work are all evaluated as possible causes of stress in the workplace. The different forms of interventions available to reduce stress are examined, namely secondary and tertiary which involve stress management. The paper also examines EPA programmes before conclusions are made.
KEYWORDS: Stress, workplace, work overload, role conflict, lack of control, new technology, personality clashes, shift work, EPA programmes, stress management,
C/HR/861. Evaluation personality types and stress
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- 2300
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 29.99 GBP
This paper examines organisational behaviour and stress, focusing on theories by Friedman and Rosenman (1974). The paper begins by highlighting theories of personality types in accordance to the theorists mentioned, and follows with a definition of stress. The way stress effects health is then discussed. Weaknesses in Friedman and Rosenman’s study are examined, and alternatives for future research are presented.
KEYWORDS: organisational behaviour, stress, Friedman and Rosenman, health,
C/HR/852. Examination of stress in the workplace
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- 1950
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 19.99 GBP
This paper examines the aetiological factors of stress in the workplace, considering the consequential psychological and physiological affects of this. The paper begins by defining stress in the workplace, followed by an evaluation of stress as a stimulus examining the demand-control model. Stress as a transaction is also analysed, looking at the effort-reward imbalance model. Other models like the person-environment fit model are examined, and the paper identifies certain workplace stress interventions. The paper concludes by suggesting strategies that will minimise the occurrence of stress overall.
KEYWORDS: aetiological factors, workplace, psychological, physiological, demand-control model, Stress as a transaction, stress as a stimulus, effort-reward imbalance model, person-environment fit model, stress interventions,
C/HR/757. Increasing Sickness and Absenteeism in UK employees
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- 1050
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper looks at the increasing levels of sickness and absenteeism in UK administrative employees discussing the causes of low motivation and frustration, explaining the role of line managers, considering the demographics of absenteeism and its relation to stress.
KEYWORDS: Sickness and Absenteeism, UK employees, motivation, stress,
C/HR/741. Stress in the workplace: theoretical aspects
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- 1150
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper addresses the problem of stress in the workplace reviewing definitions of stress, identifying factors that place significant pressure on people and create stressful working environments, and considering mental health concerns related to stress.
KEYWORDS: Stress in the workplace, theoretical aspects,
C/HR/680. Dissertation. Labour turnover, motivation and psychological contract: theory and case study of Knowledge Horizon
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- 15700
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 159.99 GBP
The paper addresses the issues of employee turnover seeking to establish the factors behind employee motivation in modern organisations and exploring the role of the psychological contract in employee performance and productivity. Literature is reviewed on the theory of psychological contract and employee motivation. The methods of the research are described selecting qualitative approach to the subject area and conducting a case study of employees’ perceptions of psychological contract and job related stress in the company Knowledge Horizon (KH). The case study uses interviews with the KH employees to collect primary data. Conclusions are made about the breaches of obligations among the company’s employees highlighting the factors that affect their motivation and performance and relate to stress, lack of role clarity, exaggerated managerial expectations, insufficient reward, etc.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Labour Turnover, Motivation, Psychological Contract, breach of obligations, Knowledge Horizon,
C/HR/671. Organisational behavior and issues of job satisfaction in Alpha Computers
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- 1750
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper looks into the theory of organisational behaviour applying it to the case study of an employee’s dissatisfaction with her work at Alpha Computers. The employee’s personality and values are discussed accounting for her negative emotions and moods, and analyzing her problems in the context of communication, engagement, etc. References are made to relevant theory suggesting recommendations about the ways to improve the employee’s situation.
KEYWORDS: Organisational Behaviour, employee engagement, Job Satisfaction, Commitment, Organisational Culture, Alpha Computers,
C/HR/468. Computer Forensics: Professional Issues
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- 2400
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper addresses the issues of computer forensics (CF) that personally affect professionals involved in CF science and practices. It is acknowledged that computer forensics personnel face various stresses that need to be taken into account in their professional training. The issues of resilience, stress management and corruption avoidance are discussed.
KEYWORDS: Computer forensics, personnel issues, corruption avoidance, stress, resilience, hacking, crime scene investigation,
C/HR/296. Dissertation. Work-related Stress and Flexible Working NHS Trusts
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- 17000
- DATE:
- 2008
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- 179.99 GBP
The dissertation examines the relationship between flexible working practices in the NHS and the levels of work-related stress amongst nurses and doctors. The review of literature touches on work-related stress, flexible working, etc. Research approach and methodology are identified conducting a case study of the levels of work-related stress and employee attitudes towards flexible working. Conclusions are made about the potential links between flexible working and work-related stress.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, stress, flexible working, work-life balance, NHS, nurses, doctors,
C/HR/83. Does Human Resource Management increase or decrease the level of occupational stress?
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- 2000
- DATE:
- 2006
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper defines Human Resource Management and its roles and functions in the organisation. It is argued that HRM plays an enormous role in alleviating stress by addressing its causes in a number of ways. The author also looks at the notion of stress and its types (short or long term, brief or continuous, functional or dysfunctional) as well as highlights the Inverted U Stress-Job Performance Relationship and the role of uncertainty in the occurrence of stress. Finally, argumentative evidence on how HRM can reduce stress levels in the organisation is provided, based on five major HRM functions: staffing, retention, development, adjustment, and change management.
KEYWORDS: hr, human, resource, management, increase, decrease, level, occupational, stress,
E/HR/40. Occupational stress: theory and case study of automotive manufacturers
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- 2500
- DATE:
- 2006
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper addresses the issues of occupational stress in the automotive manufacturing industry providing a review of literature on stress in the workplace and conducting a case study of Hicom-Teck See Manufacturing Malaysia Sdn Bhd using primary data collected through questionnaires.
KEYWORDS: Occupational stress, workplace, automotive, Malaysia,
E/HR/42. Absenteeism: problems and solutions
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- 2500
- DATE:
- 2006
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the causes and consequences of absenteeism in UK businesses reviewing surveys related to the impacts of work stress, the role of organisation’s size, the issue of female absenteeism, etc. The ways of reducing absenteeism are discussed.
KEYWORDS: Absenteeism, stress, female,
P/HR/137.Dealing with job stress: work control and employee well-being
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- 2500
- DATE:
- 2006
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the implications of job stress reviewing literature on the problems of work control, demands-control interaction, employee well being, stressful environmental factors, job decision latitude, etc.
KEYWORDS: hr, dealing, job, stress, control, employee, well-being,
P/HR/202. Worksite stress management intervention
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- 1000
- DATE:
- 2006
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper reviews theories on stress management intervention (SMI) at worksite evaluating the effectiveness of individual-focused interventions in handling job stress, and highlighting the problem areas in this strategy.
KEYWORDS: hr, worksite, stress, management, intervention,
P/HR/268. Prevention of work-place stress
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- 2500
- DATE:
- 2006
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the ways of reducing job-generated stress reviewing academic studies related to work-place stress and ergonomics. Macroergonomic approach to stress prevention is described discussing the features of a fully harmonised work system.
KEYWORDS: Work-place stress, ergonomics,
P/HR/278. How does stress relate to work, sleep, exercise and self-esteem?
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- 2000
- DATE:
- 2006
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the effects of work and sleep conditions, self-esteem, and the amount of exercise on a persons stress levels. Academic approaches to stress and stressors are reviewed, primary research is conducted using a questionnaire to identify the correlation between the mentioned variables and perceived stress.
KEYWORDS: Stress, work conditions, sleep, exercise, self-esteem,
P/HR/279. Motivation and stress: theories and practices
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- 4500
- DATE:
- 2006
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- 49.99 GBP
The paper examines the concepts of motivation and stress discussing the reasons that motivate staff performance and reviewing the theories of Frederic Hertz berg, Abraham Maslow, John Garnet, etc. Motivation practices in various companies are described including Cadburys, John Lewis, Ford, etc. Causes and effects of stress in individuals are outlined, the role of group work is highlighted, legislation on employment protection is reviewed.
KEYWORDS: Motivation, stress, group work, employment protection,
P/HR/294. Programmes of work stress reduction
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- 2500
- DATE:
- 2006
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the consequences of work related stress and the effects of the stress management (SM) programmes to minimize stress levels. The forms of SM interventions are described reviewing related studies and discussing the effectiveness of organisational and individual interventions in stress reduction. The directions of the future research in the area are identified.
KEYWORDS: Work stress, interventions,
P/PS/57. Is stress a social construct?
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- 3500
- DATE:
- 2006
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- 39.99 GBP
The paper examines the issues of stress within the workplace seeking to understand where pressures come from and what benefits can be provided by stress management. The notion of stress is investigated on the basis of discourse theory, work physiology and social constructionism.
KEYWORDS: stress, social, construct,
C/HR/51. Dissertation. Studying stress in NHS an organisation
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- 17000
- DATE:
- 2005
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- 179.99 GBP
The current study explores the issue of occupational stress within NHS setting. The literature review describes the complexity of occupational stress issue. The discussion shows that various organisational and social aspects might determine the level of perceived occupational stress and individual coping abilities. The separate attention is given to stress measuring tools and stress management initiatives that can be used by management team to manage the issue. The discussion shows that if not managed, the high level of occupational stress might incur significant costs to an organisation. The study uses phenomenological stance with the use of OSI-R stress measuring inventory developed by Osipow. The inventory measures three occupational stress dimensions with various corresponding sub dimensions. On the basis of comparative analysis of primary findings against secondary ones the paper suggests improvement strategy.
KEYWORDS: hr, dissertation, studying, stress, nhs, organisation,
C/M/211. Research proposal for stress management in an NHS organisation
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- 4400
- DATE:
- 2005
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- 49.99 GBP
The research proposal suggests the framework for the investigation of stress management in an NHS organisation. The literature review reviews the impact of stress on individuals lob performance and motivation its overall cost for organisations. The other issues of concern are the recent increasing tendency of occupational stress, stress management tools and the methodologies used to measure stress. The methodological part proposes the use of phenomenological approach as research philosophy with the use of focus groups and questionnaires as primary data collection tools. The paper discusses ethical issues and observes limitations of the chosen research methods.
KEYWORDS: research, proposal, stress, management, nhs, organisation,
P/HR/207. Organisational interventions in work stress management
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- 2000
- DATE:
- 2005
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the forms of organisational interventions in the area of work stress management reviewing and evaluating the methods of integration workshops, role clarification and negotiation, developer consultants (DC) skills training, communication initiative and stress management training (SMT).
KEYWORDS: hr, organisational, interventions, stress, management,
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