Cyclical workplace stress and employee pathology: a conceptual framework
by Jeffrey Overall
International Journal of Work Organisation and Emotion (IJWOE), Vol. 7, No. 2, 2016

Abstract: The critical theorists of the Frankfurt School contend that the mental pathology of society is a result of the competitive nature of advanced economies. In advanced economies, white collar employees encounter intensifying pressure to meet organisational objectives. As a result, they experience chronic workplace stress that causes an increase in emotional consumption that negatively impacts their work ethic and, eventually, health. This is leading to a reduction in productivity that is contributing to poor decision-making and a cycle of workplace stress. To this end, a cyclical model of workplace stress and employee pathology is developed using critical theory and organisational theory. Propositions are included to guide future research directions. Implications for practice are outlined.

Online publication date: Mon, 01-Aug-2016

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