What causes work-related stress among Mexican workers?

Workplace stress is a serious problem for many workers in Mexico. In addition to manifesting itself in physical and psychological symptoms for those who suffer from it, it also impacts business productivity . This issue requires changes at all levels to contribute to health and productivity.

According to data from the Government of Mexico, through the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS), 75% of Mexicans suffer from fatigue due to work-related stress, surpassing countries like China and the United States. .

Work stress occurs when pressure in the work environment causes the worker to become physically or mentally exhausted. , generating various consequences that not only affect health, but also the immediate environment, since creates an imbalance between work and personal life .

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"Stress is potentially contagious, as being around or seeing others in stressful situations can increase the observer's cortisol levels," the IMSS reveals in a publication.

Causes of work stress

From the position

• Monotonous, boring and trivial tasks
• Unpleasant tasks

Overload and work pace

• Fast pace of work
• Overwork
• Job shortage
• Urgent completion deadlines

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Working hours

• Strict and inflexible schedules
• Long days or no time for interaction
• Night work
• Unpredictable schedules
• Shift change

Participation and control

• Low participation in decision-making
• Lack of control (over work method, work pace, working hours and work environment)

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In addition, work-related stress is often linked to other common workplace factors, such as bullying, harassment, or violence, poor relationships with managers, poor internal communication, inadequate leadership, and low levels of support .

Symptoms of work stress

Emotional Anxiety, fear, irritability, bad mood, frustration, exhaustion, helplessness, insecurity, lack of motivation, intolerance.

Behavioral Decreased productivity, making mistakes, calling in sick, speech difficulties, nervous laughter, rough handling in social interactions, crying, jaw clenching, increased tobacco use, alcohol use, and other substance use.

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Cognitive Difficulty concentrating, confusion, forgetfulness, less effective thinking, reduced problem-solving ability, reduced learning ability.

Physiological Tense muscles, headaches, back or neck problems, stomach upset, fatigue, infections, palpitations, labored breathing, high blood pressure, exhaustion, increased risk of obesity and cardiovascular problems, memory impairment, sleep problems.

Long-term consequences

1. Reduced productivity
2. Deterioration of quality of life
3. Physical or mental health problems (diseases)
4. Depression and anxiety disorders
5. Family problems
6. Risks of alcoholism and other addictions

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Although one way to deal with work-related stress is directly related to changing working conditions, psychotherapy can be a tool for dealing with these types of conflicts.

With information from the IMSS

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