Conceptual Basis for the Study
This qualitative study takes the lead from a recent survey (2010), published in the Journal of
Occupational and Environmental Medicine, and noted that for those working 12 hours a day,
there was a 37% increase in risk of illness and injury in comparison to those who work fewer
hours. And another study done by Northwestern National Life, reports that one-fourth of
employees view their jobs as the number one stressor in their lives. A St. Paul Fire and Marine
Insurance Co. study concluded that problems at work are more strongly associated with health
complaints than any other life stressor, even financial or family problems.