\“A STUDY OF STRESS MANAGEMENT AMONG

EMPLOYEES”

with reference to ANAND WATER METERS Mfg.Co.(P)LTD

SUBMITTED BY:

ANNMARIYA MULLER

&

ANSA SUBAIR
INTRODUCTION

Stress management is a wide spectrum of techniques and psychotherapies

aimed at controlling a person's level of stress, especially chronic stress, usually for the
purpose of improving everyday functioning. In this context, the term 'stress' refers
only to a stress with significant negative consequences, or distress in the terminology
advocated by Hans Selye, rather than what he calls eustress, a stress whose
consequences are helpful or otherwise.

Stress produces numerous physical and mental symptoms which vary

according to each individual's situational factors. These can include physical health
decline as well as depression. The process of stress management is named as one of
the keys to a happy and successful life in modern society. Although life provides
numerous demands that can prove difficult to handle, stress management provides a
number of ways to manage anxiety and maintain overall well-being. Despite stress
often being thought of as a subjective experience, levels of stress are readily
measurable, using various physiological tests, similar to those used in polygraphs.
Many practical stress management techniques are available, some for use by health
professionals and others, for self-help, which may help an individual reduce their levels
of stress, provide positive feelings of control over one's life and promote general well-
being.

Evaluating the effectiveness of various stress management techniques can be

difficult, as limited research currently exists. Consequently, the amount and quality of
evidence for the various techniques varies widely. Some are accepted as effective
treatments for use in psychotherapy, while others with less evidence favoring them
are considered alternative therapies. Many professional organizations exist to
promote and provide training in conventional or alternative therapies. There are
several models of stress management, each with distinctive explanations of
mechanisms for controlling stress. Much more research is necessary to provide a
better understanding of which mechanisms actually operate and are effective in
practice.

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

How do you cope with stress in the workplace to achieve a more balanced
lifestyle? Stress is a part of everybody's life. Depending on the level of stress, it can
control our lives, especially in the workplace. We begin to spend several long hours at
work, and thus have less time for other things. Stressed employees may be unhappy and
thus produce nominally. Stress can deteriorate social and family relationships and
eventually burn you out; ultimately it can take toll on your health. Organizations need
to recognize stress as a problem and decide whether or not to act upon it.

This question needs to be answered because stress is a problem that all

organizations must deal with; stress can cause poor work performance and lower
employee morale. These factors can increase employee turnover rate and lessen quality
of life. We all must deal with stress; question is how we handle and control it. With
downsizing the buzz word in the modern corporate world, companies have become
mean and lean. Employees are compelled to be more efficient; they find themselves
taking on the work of what used to be two. The result is longer hours, less time for
outside activities, and consequently increased stress.

OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY

 To know perception of work about the course of stress.

 To know whether stress experience in industry creates problem in employee’s
family and vice versa.
 To find out the negative effects of stress on the employees performance.
 To identify the existence of work stress in the organization.
 I f ye s , t h e n t o s t u d y t h e f a c t o r s c a u s i n g s t r e s s a m o n g t h e
e m p l o ye e s .
  To study the impact of Work Stress Management in the
organization and also to suggest measures for coping with
stress

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

With proper stress management in the workplace, employees deliver top

performances and work effectively as team members to achieve organizational goals.

 Communicate effectively
 Clearly define responsibilities
 Improve motivation and performance
 Establish feedback
 Reduce absenteeism and turnover
 Identify and remove energy drainers
 Improve focus and establish positive habits

AREA OF THE STUDY

The study focuses on the stress management of employees in Marvel Mattress Kolani,
Thodupuzha

PERIOD OF THE STUDY

The study was conducted during the period of two months from 16 December 2017 to
16 February 2
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

Research methodology is a science that can be solve the research problem. It

deals with the objectives of research study. The method of defining the research
problem, the type of hypothesis formulated, the type of data collected method used for
collecting and analyzing the data etc. Research is a systematic method of finding
solutions to problems. It is essentially an investigation a recording and an analysis of
evidence for the purpose of gaining knowledge.

“Research comprises of defining and redefining problems, formulating

hypothesis or suggested solutions, conclusions, testing conclusions to determine
whether they fit for formulated hypothesis”.-Clifford Woody

POPULATION OF THE STUDY

The population selected for this particular study is employees from Marvel
Mattress Kolani, Thodupuzha. The total population of the company is 70.

SAMPLE

Sample means the presentation of the whole universe of by a sample population.

SAMPLE FRAMES/SAMPLE SIZE

 Sample frames are also known as “source list” from which sample is to be drawn.
Sample frame contains the employees of Marvel Mattress Kolani. Samples of 30
employees in Marvel Mattress were selected by using convenience sampling method.

SAMPLING TECHNIQUES

Convenience sampling is adopted for the selection of sample size , i.e. selection
is according to convenience. Convenience sampling is one in which a sample is obtained
by selecting such units of the universe which may be conveniently locate and
contracted. Convenience sampling is not based o any rule. Samples are usually based
on convenience and may not generally represent the population.

TOOLS FOR COLLECTING DATA

PRIMARY DATA

Primary data were collected from the primary sources that are formally interview
and discussion with the officers and observation and structure questionnaire.

SECONDARY DATA

The data which are not originally collected but rather obtained from the publish
and unpublished sources are known as secondary sources of data. Secondary data has
been collected from books, internet, journals etc
TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES FOR ANALYSIS

The data collected were analysed by using percentage analysis, tables, graphs etc
have been use to present data.

LIMITAITION OF THE STUDY

 The time period of the study was not sufficient for a comprehensive study.
 Busy work schedule of officials prevented in detailed discussions
 Area of survey is limited.
 Some of the replies of the respondents may be biased

CHAPTERISATION

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

CHAPTER 2 REVIEW OF LITERATURE

CHAPTER 3 COMPANY PROFILE

CHAPTER 4 THEORATICAL FRAMEWORK

CHAPTER 5 ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION

CHAPTER 6 FINDINGS, SUGGESTIONS AND CONCLUSIONS