Techno-strain and techno-insecurity are associated with poor mental well-being in specific age and occupation groups.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Innovative technology at work can lead to stress and has been linked with adverse work and health consequences. This study aimed to examine the association of techno-insecurity and techno-strain with mental well-being in different age and occupational groups.

Methods

We used a nationally representative survey of the working population and restricted our analyses to 2814 employees who reported being engaged with new technology. Techno-insecurity and techno-strain were evaluated by a single question each. Mental health status was assessed by a 5-item scale, and burnout status was assessed by the Copenhagen Burnout Inventory. We used logistic regression analysis to examine the association of techno-insecurity and techno-strain with mental well-being, adjusting for jo

SUBMITTER: Yang HJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11827113 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature