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2009

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The Stressors And Coping Strategies Of Women In Leadership Positions, Patricia Ann Bernard Jan 2009

The Stressors And Coping Strategies Of Women In Leadership Positions, Patricia Ann Bernard

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According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) survey, 60% of employed women cited stress as their most serious problem at work. Working outside the home and balancing a family create conflicts between work and family obligations which become a likely cause of stress for women. While stress may be a problem among working women in general, it seems highly probable that women who function in leadership positions may experience additional stressors. Consequently, this study focused on investigating the stressors of women who currently function in leadership positions and the coping strategies they use to combat …