Stressors, Strains and Social Support: Occupational Experiences of University Professors
Year: 2009
Type: dissertation
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Recent research investigations indicate that academic work-stress is a significant and growing problem for university professors, with numerous ill effects. General work-stress studies suggest that social support may buffer the negative effect of occupational demands. However, research examining the role of social support on academic work-stress is lacking. The present investigation examined how social support at work from various sources (i.e., colleagues, Department Head, and University Administration) affects the stress experience of university faculty. Questionnaires assessing academic stressors, workplace social support, and several strains were administered to professors of various ranks and specialties. Results indicate that social support at work moderates the stressor-strain relationship of university faculty. However, the moderation effects depend on the type of stressor experienced. Limitations, implications and future research directions are discussed.
Author: Christin Moeller
Institution: University of Windsor
Language: English
Topic: Stress and Burnout Research
Subfield: Social Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W151158665