Technostress describes the stress from digital demands and constant interruptions, leading to burnout. A psychologist notes cases where clients experienced lingering effects of technostress, even after switching to an analogue watch. Research highlights that forms of technostress, including techno-overload and complexity, significantly contribute to burnout, especially among healthcare workers. To combat this, the article offers practical strategies for managing email, pointing to the need for establishing boundaries and improving team email practices to minimize the overwhelming nature of digital communication in professional life.
Technostress overwhelms individuals by creating a relentless cycle of digital demands and interruptions, significantly contributing to burnout in today's technologically driven world.
The body remembers interruptions from technology long after they've stopped, as shown in cases of clients who feel the effects of technostress even when devices are off.
Digital overwhelm, including email overload, is a principal characteristic of technostress, leading to burnout which is pervasive across all professional sectors.
In a study of hospital staff, two types of technostress, techno-overload and techno-complexity, were identified as significant contributors to burnout, especially in nursing.
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