Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Work stress is an increasingly serious issue in the modern workplace, particularly among young adults navigating early career transitions. This study aims to examine the effect of workload on work stress within this population, given persistent inconsistencies in prior findings. A quantitative correlational design with simple linear regression was employed, involving 100 respondents aged 18–25 years, both full-time and part-time workers, selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected via a Likert-scale questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS version 29. Results revealed that workload had a significant positive effect on work stress (p < 0.001; β = 0.722), accounting for 52.1% of the variance in work stress, consistent with Job Demands–Resources Theory. The remaining 47.9% of variance suggests the influence of other factors, such as social support, job autonomy, and work-life balance. These findings highlight the importance of comprehensive workload management strategies combined with stronger psychosocial resources to reduce work stress among young adult workers.
Authors: Lana Puji Lestari, Muhammad Nuryanto
Institution: Universitas Islam Negeri Salatiga
Language: English
Topic: Stress and Burnout Research
Subfield: Social Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7223452026