EFFECTS OF THE WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENT ON MENTAL HEALTH IN MALAYSIA
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https://doi.org/10.55197/qjssh.v7si4.1548Keywords:
mental health, recognition, leadership, communication, workloadAbstract
This study investigates the effects of the workplace environment on mental health, addressing a critical issue within high-stress engineering sectors. It examines how recognition, leadership, communication, and workload influence the mental well-being of employees at a prominent Malaysian engineering firm. Utilising a quantitative correlational design, data was analysed from 100 valid respondents. The study found that leadership significantly and positively affects mental health (β=.368, p<0.05). Surprisingly, recognition (β=.189, p>0.05), communication (β=-.018, p>0.05), and workload (β=-.055, p>0.05) did not show significant relationships with mental health. These results imply that organisations can most effectively enhance employee mental health by implementing strategic interventions that improve empathetic leadership practices. By fostering a supportive and well-led workplace environment, companies can mitigate occupational stress, enhance overall productivity, and contribute to a healthier organisational culture. This study provides valuable insights for practitioners and researchers, emphasising the importance of addressing workplace factors to promote mental health in the workforce.
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