Work & Stress

Work & Stress is an interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed journal focusing on the psychological and physiological aspects of occupational health and well-being. The journal explores the impact of work environments, work practices, and job roles on both mental and physical health. It serves as a platform for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers interested in the interplay between work conditions and health outcomes.

Overview

Work & Stress publishes empirical research, theoretical papers, systematic reviews, and case studies that contribute to the understanding of how work influences health, well-being, and productivity. Topics covered include job stress, work-life balance, occupational burnout, workplace bullying, job satisfaction, and interventions designed to improve occupational health and safety. The journal emphasizes evidence-based practices and encourages multidisciplinary approaches to addressing workplace health issues.

Key Themes

• Job Stress: Articles in Work & Stress often explore the sources of job stress, including high workloads, job insecurity, and lack of control over work tasks. The journal examines how these stressors affect psychological and physical health.
• Work-Life Balance: The journal addresses the challenges of balancing work demands with personal life, and how imbalances can lead to stress, burnout, and reduced quality of life.
• Occupational Burnout: Work & Stress publishes research on the causes, symptoms, and outcomes of burnout, as well as interventions to prevent and mitigate it.
• Workplace Bullying: Studies on the prevalence, dynamics, and effects of bullying in the workplace, including strategies for prevention and management, are featured.
• Job Satisfaction: The journal explores the factors that contribute to job satisfaction and how satisfaction impacts health, well-being, and organizational outcomes.
• Interventions: Work & Stress is interested in research on interventions designed to improve occupational health, such as stress management programs, ergonomic adjustments, and organizational changes.

Submission Guidelines

Researchers and practitioners wishing to submit to Work & Stress must adhere to the journal's submission guidelines, which detail manuscript preparation, formatting, and the peer review process. The journal seeks high-quality, original research that contributes to its mission of understanding and improving work-related health.

Impact

Work & Stress has a significant impact on the field of occupational health psychology by disseminating cutting-edge research and fostering a multidisciplinary dialogue among researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. Its articles contribute to the development of healthier work environments and the promotion of well-being in the workforce.