Gender, Age, and Bag Weight as Predictors of Stress Among Southern China Office Workers

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10.2991/978-2-38476-311-5_6How to use a DOI?

Keywords

Workplace Stress; Office Workers; Bag Weight; Gender Differences; Age Differences

Abstract

This study investigates the predictors of stress among office workers in Southern China, focusing on the impact of gender, age, and the weight of bags carried to work. Data were collected from 104 office workers using the Chinese version of the Perceived Stress Questionnaire (C-PSQ). Results revealed significant stress levels across the sample, with no significant differences in stress levels between males and females or between different age groups. However, bag weight was found to significantly influence stress levels, with those carrying heavier bags experiencing higher stress. Regression analysis confirmed bag weight as a significant predictor of stress, while age and gender were not. These findings highlight the importance of considering physical burdens such as bag weight in stress management interventions. Organizations should focus on reducing physical strain on employees by providing storage facilities or encouraging lighter bags. Future research should explore additional factors influencing stress and consider longitudinal studies to establish causal relationships. This study contributes to the understanding of workplace stress and provides practical insights for improving employee well-being.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Yiyuchen Zhu
PY  - 2024
DA  - 2024/12/01
TI  - Gender, Age, and Bag Weight as Predictors of Stress Among Southern China Office Workers
BT  - Proceedings of the 2024 4th International Conference on Modern Educational Technology and Social Sciences (ICMETSS 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 37
EP  - 44
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-311-5_6
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-311-5_6
ID  - Zhu2024
ER  -