Mental Health and Well-Being of IT Workers:Analysis of the 'Quiet Quitting' Phenomenon

Jaroslaw Duda and Sara Drozdzynska

European Research Studies Journal, 2024, vol. XXVII, issue Special A, 927-937

Abstract: Purpose: This article examines the phenomenon of 'quiet quitting' (QQ) in the IT sector in the context of employee well-being. Quiet quitting, as a response to the increasing job demands and pressures of working in the dynamic IT industry, manifests itself by limiting employees' engagement to minimal responsibilities. Design/Methodology/Approach: An analysis of the literature suggests that the COVID-19 pandemic, the popularisation of remote working and the increased interest in work-life balance have contributed to the rise of this phenomenon, particularly among younger generations. Findings: Based on reports and studies conducted in Poland and abroad, it has been indicated that QQ is often a strategy for maintaining mental health. Practical Implications: In the context of employee wellbeing, the article refers to Aaron Antonovsky's salutogenesis model, highlighting the importance of generalised resilience resources, stressor reduction and building a sense of coherence. It also presents measures of organisations in Poland, such as the provision of private medical care or flexible working hours, which can support employee wellbeing and counteract QQ. Originality/Value: The authors emphasise that caring for employee well-being requires a holistic approach, combining physical, psychological and social aspects.

Keywords: Employee well-being; quiet quitting; IT; work-life balance; job burnout. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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