More than half of US workers say job insecurity has increased their work stress
HR Dive
A majority of US workers report that job insecurity significantly increases their work stress, driven largely by uncertainty surrounding recent government policy changes and potential economic downturns. This anxiety leads to widespread negative outcomes such as emotional exhaustion, difficulty focusing, sleep disturbances, and strained personal relationships. Consequently, many employees are experiencing poor mental health and are looking to HR departments for clarity amid rising fears of layoffs and benefit cuts.
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