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[Stressor and stress reduction strategies for computer software engineers]
1Tokyo Gakugei University, Laboratory of Health Science, 4-1-1, Nukuikita, Koganei, Tokyo 184-8501, Japan.
Sangyo Eiseigaku Zasshi = Journal of Occupational Health
|September 17, 2002
Summary
This study identifies ten key occupational stressors impacting computer software engineers, including work overload and technological change. It also proposes strategies to mitigate these workplace stressors and improve mental health.
Area of Science:
- Occupational health psychology
- Software engineering management
Context:
- Computer software engineers face unique occupational stressors.
- The rapid pace of technological innovation contributes to job-related stress.
- Existing literature on software engineer stress and mental health is reviewed.
Purpose:
- To identify and discuss ten significant occupational stressors for computer software engineers.
- To delineate the working and organizational conditions that cause these stressors.
- To propose strategies for stress reduction in software engineering workplaces.
Summary:
- Ten occupational stressors identified: quantitative and qualitative work overload, time pressure, rapid technological innovation, low discretionary power, underdeveloped career paths, low job rewards, team management difficulties, customer relations issues, and personality traits.
- Analysis includes working and organizational conditions contributing to these stressors.
- Three stressor and stress reduction strategies are suggested for software engineers.
Impact:
- Provides a comprehensive overview of occupational stressors in software engineering.
- Informs the development of targeted interventions to improve software engineer well-being.
- Offers practical strategies for reducing workplace stress and enhancing mental health in the tech industry.