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Behavioral Effects of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction on E-Work Stress, Job Satisfaction, and Emotional Exhaustion among University Teachers: A Randomized Controlled Trial

. Fatima Javaid, Dr. Subha Malik & Dr. Umm E Rubab Kazmi


Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the effects of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on E-work stress, mindfulness, job satisfaction, and emotional exhaustion among university teachers. This study was a randomized controlled trial (RCT) (pre-post research design) based on 8-week intervention plan. Participants were randomly assigned to either the intervention group or control group (N=28). The intervention group received MBSR, while the control group participated in a Health Enhancement Program (HEP) to assess the efficacy of the intervention. The results from pre- and post-assessments indicated that the intervention had notably elevated levels of mindfulness and job satisfaction (M=19.78, SD=2.99), along with reduced levels of e-work-related stress (M = 65.57, SD = 20.33) compared to control group (M = 99.71, SD = 7.11). At post assessment, mindfulness was enhanced in intervention group as compared with control group at (M = 78.92, SD=4.53), while job satisfaction was improved in intervention groups at (M=11.92, SD=9.92). The study's findings underscore that mindfulness has a positive influence on mitigating stress and psychological distress within the university workplace, ultimately benefiting individuals and institutions alike. In conclusion, this study aims to contribute to the current organizational literature by

 

 

deepening our understanding of how mindfulness can alleviate stress and anxiety in the workplace.

Keyword; Emotional Exhaustion, E-work stress, Health Enhancement Program (HEP), Job satisfaction, Mindfulness, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Randomized Controlled Trial.

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