Attitudes to Psychological Stress Among Construction Professionals

This book investigates attitudes to the avoidance and management of stress by project managers in the construction industry, arguing that a toxic culture contributes to stress and comparing impacts and causes with other employees and broader industry attitudes. It establishes a leadership model for addressing the systemic problem.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 291 pages
Publication date: 06 March 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate realm of attitudes towards stress avoidance and management among project managers within the professional construction industry. The author passionately contends that a pervasive toxic culture permeating the industry plays a significant role in exacerbating industry stress, undertaking a thorough analysis of its impacts on construction professionals and identifying the specific factors that contribute to this stress. By comparing the stress experiences and causes of construction project managers with those of their counterparts in the construction industry and drawing insights from broader perspectives, the author aims to shed light on the unique challenges faced by these individuals. In the culmination of their research, the author presents a groundbreaking leadership model, tailored for both government and private organizations, to effectively confront and address the systemic issues plaguing the construction industry head-on. This insightful and thought-provoking work offers valuable insights for professionals, researchers, and policymakers alike, as they strive to navigate the complexities of managing stress in the construction sector and foster a healthier and more sustainable work environment.

Weight: 410g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030937782
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022