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Exploring the Correlates of Job Stress Among Staff at Two Chinese Prisons

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Empirical research indicates that correctional job stress results in many negative outcomes, both on the job and at home. Although research has explored job stress among correctional officers in the United States, few studies have explored job stress in non-Western nations. Focusing on six job-related factors, namely routinization, role overload, perceived dangerousness of the job, training views, quality supervision, and instrumental communication, the current research among Chinese prison staff indicates that the negative outcomes of job-related stress among correctional officers in China are similar to many of the variables that affect U.S. prison staff.

Source: The Prison Journal

DOI: 10.1177/00328855261485553

Authors: Eric G. Lambert, Mahfuzul I. Knondaker, Jianhong Liu, Shane Jiang, Zhan Tuo

Institutions: Indiana University Northwest, Kutztown University, Macau University of Science and Technology, Wayne State University, Southwest University of Political Science & Law

Language: English

Topic: Stress and Burnout Research

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

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

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W7211978301

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