STRESSORS, PERCEIVED STRESS, AND BURNOUT: A CORRELATION STUDY

This paper explores the correlations between workplace stressors, perceived stress, and burnout among employees in the IT sector. Given the dynamic and demanding nature of this field, understanding the psychological mechanisms that affect employee well-being is essential. The research aimed to test three hypotheses: (H1) that workplace stressors are positively correlated with perceived stress, (H2) that perceived stress is positively correlated with burnout, and (H3) that workplace stressors are positively associated with burnout. Data were collected from 145 IT professionals through an online questionnaire administered between March and June 2025. Spearman correlation analyses confirmed all three hypotheses: stressors were significantly associated with perceived stress (r = 0.55, p < 0.001), perceived stress correlated with burnout (r = 0.50, p < 0.001), and stressors strongly predicted burnout levels (r = 0.87, p < 0.001). These findings emphasize that occupational factors are key predictors of psychological strain and contribute to professional exhaustion. By clarifying these correlations, our study contributes to the literature on occupational health psychology and the development of effective preventive and adaptive interventions designed to reduce the impact of stress in fast-paced work environments. Practical implications include the development of strategies aimed at reducing stress exposure, enhancing coping mechanisms, and promoting employee well-being. understanding these relationships is essential for organizations seeking to maintain productivity while safeguarding the mental health of their workforce.