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By Dennis McNamara
Workers in Jobs that give them little latitude in decision making had a 50% higher rate of coronary heart disease than those with high job control. This study also showed a more than twofold risk for new coronary heart disease amongst employees who make a high level of personal effort on the job but receive little in the way of recognition or promotions.
These results point out the three primary variables in job-related stress.
The first is the demands of the job, itself. Increased demands lead to increased stress.
Secondly is the amount of control an individual perceives that they have over the demands of the workplace. More control equals less stress.
Thirdly is the amount of social support available, e.g., recognition, flex schedules, child care, etc.
By addressing these issues you can make significant changes in productivity, health costs, turnover, and the other workplace problems.
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