The modern workplace is becoming more stressful, with rising tensions, performance pressure, and burnout affecting employees worldwide. A study by Workplace Options (WPO) highlights that workplace stress is the top concern in most countries. “Psychological safety…is no longer just a workplace perk. It is a business necessity,” said WPO CEO Alan King.
The study, based on real employee conversations, found that workplace conflict is a major issue in China, France, and Japan, while young workers are experiencing high levels of burnout. “If organizations do not prioritize psychological safety now, the next generation will enter a workforce defined by stress, conflict, and disengagement,” warned Dr. Kennette Thigpen Harris.
The Psychological Safety Study shows that stress, conflict, and performance struggles dominate workplace concerns worldwide. Key findings include:
- Workplace stress ranks as the top concern in nearly every country studied.
- Conflict at work is a widespread issue, particularly in China, France, and Japan.
- Performance pressure is rising globally, with employees citing struggles to meet expectations.
- Young adults are experiencing burnout, raising alarms about the future of workforce wellbeing.
Companies that ignore these issues face high turnover, low productivity, and disengaged employees. The study urges leaders to create a culture of trust and support to prevent these problems.
This study offers comprehensive insights from 18 countries, using human-centered perspectives and data.
The top workplace concerns by country are:
United States: Workplace stress, conflict at work, performance issues
Australia: Workplace stress, conflicts at work, performance issues
Belgium: Workplace stress, conflict at work, career change/transition
Canada: Workplace stress, conflicts at work, performance issues
China: Conflict at work, workplace stress, career change/transition
Costa Rica: Workplace stress, performance issues, conflict at work
France: Conflict at work, workplace stress, career change/transition
Germany: Workplace stress, conflict at work, performance issues
India: Workplace stress, conflict at work, performance Issues
Indonesia: Workplace stress, conflict at work, performance issues
Ireland: Workplace stress, conflict at work, performance issues
Italy: Workplace stress, conflict at work, performance issues
Japan: Conflict at work, workplace stress, workplace bullying/harassment
Mexico: Workplace stress, performance issues, conflict at work
Portugal: Workplace stress, conflict at work, performance issues
Singapore: Workplace stress, conflict at work, performance issues
United Arab Emirates: Workplace stress, conflict at work, career change/transition
United Kingdom: Workplace stress, conflict at work, performance issues
Original Author: OHS Canada
Original Source: https://www.ohscanada.com/psychological-safety-study-reveals-trends-in-workplace-stress-and-conflict-worldwide/
