Asked by Sandra Mason on Apr 24, 2024
Kim is an admissions counselor at a small university in a rural area. The school is experiencing financial challenges, and the vice president of admissions is at risk of being fired. The VP rarely checks in on Kim and the other counselors, but when he does, he tends to berate the admissions staff and blame them for his misfortune. Because of this chronic stress, Kim is experiencing a number of psychological issues. Which of the conditions below is NOT a likely reaction to the chronic job stress?
A) Insomnia.
B) Sexual difficulties.
C) Homicidal feelings.
D) All of these are likely.
Chronic Job Stress
Persistent stress experienced over a prolonged period due to work-related factors, leading to negative impacts on health and well-being.
Homicidal Feelings
Intense emotions or thoughts that involve the desire or inclination to commit murder.
- Gain insight into how stress correlates with various health consequences.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into how stress correlates with various health consequences.