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Self-reported stress among multiprofessional media personnel
Jari Ahlberg1, Mauno Könönen, Mikko Rantala
1Helsinki University Central Hospital, Helsinki, Finland. jari.ahlberg@yle.fi
Occupational Medicine (Oxford, England)
|September 30, 2003
Summary
Occupational stress is rising. Media personnel reporting overtime and sick leave experienced higher stress levels, regardless of gender or job role.
Area of Science:
- Occupational health
- Psychology
- Media industry studies
Background:
- Increasing rates of occupational stress and stress-related disorders are a growing concern in the workforce.
- Understanding the factors contributing to workplace stress is crucial for developing effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate self-reported stress levels among media personnel.
- To examine the association between work-related factors (duty, hours, shift work), sick leave, gender, and stress in this population.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire-based study was conducted.
- Participants included 1339 radio and TV broadcasting employees aged 30-55.
Main Results:
- 18% reported 'rather much' stress, and 6% reported 'very much' stress.
- Females reported higher stress and absence from work compared to males (P < 0.05).
- Self-reported overtime (P < 0.01) and sick leave (P < 0.05) were significantly associated with higher stress levels.
Conclusions:
- Self-reported overtime and sick leave are linked to increased stress in media professionals.
- These associations appear independent of age, gender, or specific work duties.