Evaluation of the Relationship between Occupational Stress and Mental Health among the Nurses of Namazi Hospital in Shiraz City

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between occupational stress and mental health among nurses working at Namazi Hospital in Shiraz, Iran. Nurses are among the health professionals most vulnerable to high levels of stress due to the demanding nature of their job, long working hours, and continuous exposure to critical situations. A descriptive–correlational design was adopted, targeting the entire nursing staff at Namazi Hospital. Using a random sampling method, ۲۰۰ nurses were selected to participate in the study. Data collection was conducted through the Occupational Stress Questionnaire developed by Stinmeits (۱۹۹۷) and the Mental Health Questionnaire designed by Goldberg (۱۹۷۲), both of which are widely validated instruments for assessing stress and psychological well-being. Data were analyzed using Pearson’s correlation coefficient to determine the relationship between the variables. Findings indicated a significant negative correlation between occupational stress and social performance, suggesting that increased stress impairs nurses’ ability to maintain effective interpersonal and professional interactions. Moreover, results revealed a significant positive relationship between poor physical performance and symptoms of depression and anxiety, indicating that stress not only affects psychological health but also contributes to somatic complaints. These findings highlight the need for stress-management interventions to support nurses’ mental health and improve healthcare quality.

کلیدواژه ها:

Occupational Stress ، mental health ، Nurse