More than half of U.S. workers say job insecurity is 'significant' stressor
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Recent findings from the American Psychological Association indicate that over half of American employees are apprehensive about job security, significantly impacting their mental health. Policy changes under the Trump administration have intensified these worries, with 65% of workers reporting that such changes have affected their workplaces dramatically. Emotional exhaustion and decreased motivation are prevalent among employees, especially among younger demographics, who are more likely to see job insecurity as a considerable stressor. As many as 39% fear job loss within the next year due to these shifting policies.
Concern over job security significantly affects workers' stress levels, with younger employees feeling this pressure more acutely than their older counterparts.
The American Psychological Association found that 54% of workers report job security worries impacting their mental health, raising concerns of emotional exhaustion.
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