Examining the Relationship Between General Work Stress Levels and Organizational Identification Levels of Academics in Sports Sciences

Abstract

The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between general work stress levels and organizational identification levels of academics working in the field of sports sciences. Increasing workload, administrative responsibilities, and limited resources in academic settings contribute to work stress, making it important to understand how this stress interacts with organizational commitment. Organizational identification is defined as the process by which individuals perceive themselves as part of their institution and internalize that identity. The research was conducted using a quantitative method, and data were collected from 216 academics through an online survey. In addition to a demographic information form, participants completed the General Work Stress Scale and the Instructor’s Organizational Identification Scale. The data were analysed using parametric tests and Pearson correlation analysis. According to the findings, general work stress levels were moderate, while organizational identification levels were high. A significant negative correlation was found between work stress and organizational identification. Academics with high levels of organizational identification were observed to experience lower levels of work stress. Female academics reported higher stress levels compared to male academics. Married academics have demonstrated lower stress levels and higher levels of organizational identification. Academics working at public universities reported more favourable outcomes than those at private universities. In conclusion, organizational identification is considered an important factor that helps reduce work stress. Accordingly, it is recommended that academic institutions develop strategies to strengthen the sense of belonging among their staff.

Keywords

• Academics
• Organizational identification
• Work stress

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