Ohio Workers Reporting Higher Stress Levels

A growing number of workers say the pressure is rising.

Stress at work is becoming a growing concern across Ohio.

Recent workforce surveys show many employees reporting higher pressure levels than they felt just a few years ago.

Experts point to several reasons behind the trend:

• Increased workload expectations
• Rising costs of living
• Longer work hours and digital burnout

Many workers say the biggest change is that work doesn’t fully shut off anymore.

Emails, messages, and notifications often follow people home.

Health experts say recognizing stress early is important.

Small changes like stepping away from screens, getting fresh air, and building real breaks into the day can help prevent long-term burnout.

For many Ohio workers, the challenge now is learning how to disconnect again.