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This study examines occupational stress and its health consequences among women police officers in Chennai City. Using a descriptive–analytical design, a structured Likert-scale questionnaire was administered to 400 women police personnel selected through stratified random sampling across ranks. The survey measured major work-related stressors, physical health problems, psychological health issues, and coping/support mechanisms.
Findings show that workload emerged as the top stressor (mean = 6.25), followed by shift duties (6.19), long and irregular working hours (6.18), and staff shortages (6.13). Lack of support from higher authorities was also important (5.97). Physical health impacts were prominent: physical exhaustion scored highest (mean = 6.22), with frequent headaches (6.05) and sleep problems (5.98) also reported. Psychologically, respondents reported high levels of mental fatigue (6.18), anxiety (6.02), and emotional disturbance after sensitive cases (5.95), indicating notable burnout and stress-related mental health concerns.
The study concludes that operational demands, organizational constraints, and work–family conflicts strongly influence the health and well-being of women officers. Recommendations include better manpower planning, regulated shift schedules, improved leave and female-friendly facilities, stronger supervisory support, and regular stress-management and counseling services. Implementing these measures can reduce stress, improve health outcomes, and enhance job performance among women police in Chennai.
Keywords: Women Police, physical health problems, psychological health issues.
How to cite this article: Saravanan VN, Rani SVF., Occupational Stress And Health Consequences Among Women Police In Chennai City. Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(3s): 276-281; DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16.3s.36