Papers by Dr Nidhi Sonkar
Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 2024
This study focuses on an important issue of the mental health of white-collar construction worker... more This study focuses on an important issue of the mental health of white-collar construction workers, a concern that has grown
more serious following the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to investigate the factors that influenced the
mental health of white-collar construction workers during the COVID-19 scenario. Based on the review of extant literature, a survey
questionnaire was developed and distributed online to Indian professional construction workers, 206 responses were received, and a
data set was prepared for further analysis. The data set was analyzed using exploratory factor analysis, and second-order confirmatory
factor analysis and distinct stressors were identified. The most critical were lack of upskilling challenges (SFL =0.85) and workplace-related issues (SFL =0.85), followed by financial constraints (SFL=0.76) and family-related problems (SFL = 0.44), both having a
moderate impact. The results of the study were used to design a stress management matrix that recommends practical strategies to
minimize work-related stress. By aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, this research contributes to enhancing worker
well-being and enhanced productivity of construction workers
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Papers by Dr Nidhi Sonkar
more serious following the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to investigate the factors that influenced the
mental health of white-collar construction workers during the COVID-19 scenario. Based on the review of extant literature, a survey
questionnaire was developed and distributed online to Indian professional construction workers, 206 responses were received, and a
data set was prepared for further analysis. The data set was analyzed using exploratory factor analysis, and second-order confirmatory
factor analysis and distinct stressors were identified. The most critical were lack of upskilling challenges (SFL =0.85) and workplace-related issues (SFL =0.85), followed by financial constraints (SFL=0.76) and family-related problems (SFL = 0.44), both having a
moderate impact. The results of the study were used to design a stress management matrix that recommends practical strategies to
minimize work-related stress. By aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, this research contributes to enhancing worker
well-being and enhanced productivity of construction workers
more serious following the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to investigate the factors that influenced the
mental health of white-collar construction workers during the COVID-19 scenario. Based on the review of extant literature, a survey
questionnaire was developed and distributed online to Indian professional construction workers, 206 responses were received, and a
data set was prepared for further analysis. The data set was analyzed using exploratory factor analysis, and second-order confirmatory
factor analysis and distinct stressors were identified. The most critical were lack of upskilling challenges (SFL =0.85) and workplace-related issues (SFL =0.85), followed by financial constraints (SFL=0.76) and family-related problems (SFL = 0.44), both having a
moderate impact. The results of the study were used to design a stress management matrix that recommends practical strategies to
minimize work-related stress. By aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, this research contributes to enhancing worker
well-being and enhanced productivity of construction workers