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@article{190660,
        author = {Mr. Yohan Vijay Kamble and Dr. Franklin Salvi},
        title = {Determinants of Occupational Stress and their Consequences on Work-Life Balance: A Study of the Healthcare Sector in Pune City},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {3762-3769},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=190660},
        abstract = {This study investigates the determinants of occupational stress and their impact on work-life balance among healthcare professionals in Pune, India. Given the sector’s demanding nature long hours, emotional strain, and heavy responsibilities stress levels are notably high. Using a quantitative design, data were collected from 50 doctors, nurses, and administrative staff through a structured questionnaire. The study examined workload, role ambiguity, and lack of organizational support as key stress determinants, with work-life balance as the dependent variable. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and multiple regression analysis. Findings reveal that excessive workload and inadequate organizational support are the strongest predictors of occupational stress, both significantly impairing work-life balance. The study recommends strategies such as workload management, stronger organizational support, and a positive work environment to reduce stress and promote healthier work-life integration in healthcare settings},
        keywords = {Occupational Stress; Work-Life Balance; Healthcare Professionals; Organizational Support; Pune; Workload},
        month = {January},
        }