Journal of Management Policies and Practices

Stress Management Strategies for the Workplace: A Case Study in Evaluating Employers using the Centers for Disease Control Health Scorecard
Andrew L. McCart, PhD, FACHE

Abstract
Workplace stress is a topic garnering increasing attention in recent years. This article conveys the findings of a study into the stress management practices of organizations in the Midwestern and southern United States. The study uses the Centers for Disease Control’s (CDC) Health Scorecard to evaluate organizational policies and practices related to stress management. Study participants were asked 125 questions worth 265 points according to the CDC Health Scorecard. The scorecard was followed with a series of open-ended qualitative questions. The study found that organizations and leaders who took an active role in reducing the stress of their employers scored higher on the CDC Health scorecard. Further, employers were more successful in reducing stress when they provided a flexible work environment, allowed employees to provide input on the environment, and communicated regularly with employees about stressful issues.

Full Text: PDF     DOI: 10.15640/jmpp.v10n1a2