STRESS MITIGATION AND STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WOMEN IN NIGERIA ORGANIZATIONS
Abstract:
Stress can strain both personal and professional relationships. Addressing the causes of stress, along with coping strategies and behavioral changes, may provide relief. Social and employer interventions can help reduce stress and improve well-being. This study examined workplace stress-reduction strategies for women. A descriptive cross-sectional research design was used, employing surveys and purposive sampling to gather data. A total of 150 Nigerians, representing each geopolitical zone and Abuja, were randomly selected from the country's 200 million population. Data was collected quantitatively through a confirmed structured questionnaire, with samples obtained via email. Traditional statistical methods were applied, using a four-point Likert scale for analysis. The majority of participants (52.4%) were aged 26–35, 69.5% were single, and 70.9% had a higher education. The sample was predominantly from the northern region (59.0%), with 23.8% of respondents holding employer roles, 47.6% freelancers, and 67.6% working in private firms. Strategies for minimizing job stress included avoiding stressful situations, sleeping, talking with coworkers, seeking professional help, and meditation. However, some strategies were less effective in preventing burnout. Most participants reported relaxing with family and enjoying their work, which helped lower stress levels. Women specifically relieved job stress by resting, taking breaks, listening to music, using social media, watching movies, talking with others, and eating. Stress-related infections such as immunosuppressive, bacterial, and fungal infections require treatment.
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S. Balugi Mohammed, A. Mansur Sulaiman, M. Umar, G. Dobrijević, “Stress Mitigation and Strategies for Working Women in Nigeria Organizations,” in FINIZ 2024 - Social Media and Contemporary Business, Belgrade, Singidunum University, Serbia, 2024, pp. 96-101. doi: 10.15308/finiz-2024-96-101
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Balugi Mohammed, S., Mansur Sulaiman, A., Umar, M., Dobrijević, G. (2024). Stress Mitigation and Strategies for Working Women in Nigeria Organizations. Paper presented at FINIZ 2024 - Social Media and Contemporary Business. doi:10.15308/finiz-2024-96-101
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