Stress Management Training for Automotive Workers
Author Information
Author(s): Edimansyah BA, Rusli BN, Naing L
Primary Institution: School of Dental Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia
Hypothesis
Does short duration stress management training reduce self-perceived depression, anxiety, and stress in male automotive assembly workers?
Conclusion
Short duration stress management training is effective in reducing some aspects of self-perceived depression and anxiety in male automotive workers.
Supporting Evidence
- The mean scores for DASS-Depression and DASS-Anxiety significantly decreased after the intervention.
- No significant change was observed in DASS-Stress scores.
- The intervention included aerobic exercise and stress management techniques.
Takeaway
This study shows that a short training program can help car factory workers feel less sad and anxious.
Methodology
A quasi-experimental study with 118 male automotive workers assigned to experimental and control groups, using the DASS-21 questionnaire before and after the intervention.
Limitations
The study did not assess long-term effects of the training or compliance with the program.
Participant Demographics
Male automotive workers from Pekan, Pahang and Kota Bharu, Kelantan, with an average age of 39.1 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p = 0.036 for DASS-Depression, p = 0.011 for DASS-Anxiety, p = 0.104 for DASS-Stress
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