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VOL. 11, ISSUE 2 (2024)
Warrior's strain: An exploration of work stress in military life through explanatory mixed methods designs
Authors
Jamel T Batara, Rheajane Rosales, Abigail M Cabaguing, Alvinco T Porton
Abstract
Human resources are one of the most valuable
assets for any organization. In today’s working environment, employee turnover
issues have increased tremendously. Work stress tends to lead to increased
employee turnover. Stress is common in many organizations but is particularly
more pronounced in the military context. The military sector is characterized
by complex situations and heightened experiences, constituting an organization
with unique traditions and cultural norms. An explanatory sequential mixed methods
technique was utilized in this study to explore military personnel's work
stress inside the military organization. The first phase of this study employed
a quantitative research design with a descriptive approach to investigate the
level of work stress among military personnel. The second phase of this study
employed a qualitative research approach using an explanatory multiple case
study. The researcher explored the causes of the different work stress levels
experienced by some of the military personnel and their coping mechanisms.
Based on the findings, there is a concerning prevalence of work-related stress
among military personnel, with a majority experiencing a moderate level of
stress. While a notable portion reports fairly low or no stress at all, the
alarming aspect emerges in the significant number of individuals experiencing
severe and potentially dangerous stress. Hence, the well-being of military
personnel should be a top priority to ensure not only their mental and
emotional health but also the effectiveness and resilience of the military
organization.
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Pages:25-37
How to cite this article:
Jamel T Batara, Rheajane Rosales, Abigail M Cabaguing, Alvinco T Porton "Warrior's strain: An exploration of work stress in military life through explanatory mixed methods designs". International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 11, Issue 2, 2024, Pages 25-37
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