Stress and Overwork in Remote and Isolated Communities: Causes, Impacts, and Solutions


Authors : Mohammed N. Al-Hashim

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 10 - October

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24OCT876

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Abstract : This paper explores the causes and impacts of stress and overwork in remote, isolated communities, where limited services, social isolation, and heavy workloads contribute to burnout and mental health issues. Potential solutions, including better healthcare access, social support, and work-life balance, are proposed to improve well-being in these regions.

Keywords : Remote Communities, Isolated Regions, Stress, Overwork, Mental Health, Burnout, Social Isolation, Healthcare Access, Work-Life Balance, Community Well- Being.

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This paper explores the causes and impacts of stress and overwork in remote, isolated communities, where limited services, social isolation, and heavy workloads contribute to burnout and mental health issues. Potential solutions, including better healthcare access, social support, and work-life balance, are proposed to improve well-being in these regions.

Keywords : Remote Communities, Isolated Regions, Stress, Overwork, Mental Health, Burnout, Social Isolation, Healthcare Access, Work-Life Balance, Community Well- Being.

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