Title: The Impact of Workplace Stress on Employee Motivation and Productivity
Your Name
Quincy College – PSY 499: Psychology Capstone
Instructor’s Name & Date

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Purpose Statement:
- Workplace stress affects motivation, job satisfaction, and productivity.
- This research explores the psychological impact of workplace stress and strategies to reduce it.
Research Questions:
1. How does workplace stress impact employee motivation and productivity?
2. What role does emotional intelligence play in managing workplace stress?
3. What interventions are most effective in reducing stress and increasing performance?

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Job Demand-Control Model (Karasek, 1979): High demands + low control = highest stress
Self-Determination Theory (Deci & Ryan, 1985): Stress reduces intrinsic motivation
Lazarus & Folkman’s Stress and Coping Model (1984): How employees cope with stress

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Summary of research on how stress affects:
- Motivation (Lower engagement, decreased commitment)
- Productivity (More errors, absenteeism)
- Mental Health (Increased anxiety, depression, burnout)

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Type of Study: Literature review of peer-reviewed research
Data Sources: APA PsycINFO, Google Scholar, workplace psychology studies
Selection Criteria:
- Published within the last 10 years
- Focus on workplace stress, motivation, and productivity
- Includes empirical research and meta-analyses

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Finding #1: High workplace stress leads to decreased motivation and lower job satisfaction
Finding #2: Emotional intelligence is a protective factor against workplace stress
Finding #3: Companies with wellness programs have higher employee engagement and performance

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Main Takeaways:
- Workplace stress negatively impacts productivity and well-being
- Emotional intelligence helps employees cope with stress
- Companies should implement structured stress management programs
Future Research: Investigating long-term impacts of workplace stress interventions

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