Both Type A behaviour patterns and achievement striving appear to be potential
individual contributory factors in teacher stress (Jamal, 1990). Although it has been
noted that achievement striving is an important factor in the teaching profession relating
to a desire to stay in the profession (Brown et al., 2002), this factor has not been tested
in the context of perceived stress. Also, general achievement striving has been measured
rather than achievement striving specific to teaching aspirations. The potential
implications of identifying whether personality dimensions are related to job stressors
are clear, as it would help to identify which individuals are most susceptible and
vulnerable to workplace stress (Jarvis, 2002). Coping techniques could also be
specifically developed, therefore targeting the most susceptible individuals, and
facilitating enhanced well-being in the workplace (Parkes, 1994).