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The psychological clang of terrorism fear and stress on employees’ well-being

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The education sector is a conspicuous target for terrorist attacks, significantly impacting the quality of life and well-being of its employees. Job satisfaction is a key indicator of employee well-being; thus, understanding the link between the fear of terror and job satisfaction is essential but remains unexplored. This study examines the association through the lens of terrorism-induced stress in the education sector of the two most terrorism-affected regions in Pakistan. Data were collected using a structural questionnaire and were analyzed through structural equation modeling techniques. This research study explored a significant relationship between the fear of terrorism and job satisfaction, which is partially mediated by terrorism-induced stress. Implications for improving a healthy work environment in terrorism-affected regions and recommendations for future studies based on the findings are discussed.

Source: Frontiers in Psychology

DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1499371

Authors: Syed Asad Ali Shah, Asmaa Alyaemni, Liaqat Ali

Institution: King Saud University

Language: English

Topic: Job Satisfaction and Organizational Behavior

Subfield: Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Decent work and economic growth, Good health and well-being, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,801