Buffering Effects of Christian Belief on the Stress Process of the White-collars of Large Enterprises

Choi, Young Min; Lee, Jung Ho; Lee, Ki Chul; Chun, Sung Ill

Abstract

OBJECTIVES
The purpose of this study was to clarify the buffering effects of christian belief on the interactional stress process of the white-collars.
METHODS
The sample of this study was 545 white-collars working in the large enterprise. The questionnaire was composed of demographic data, job stress questionnaire, global assessment of recent stress, the ways of coping checklist, Beck depression inventory, stait-trait anxiety inventory, and shepherd Scale for defferentiate Christians from non Christians. Christianity was divided nito 'Christian way of thinking' and 'Christian way of living' for deep survey and analysis.
RESULTS
In recognizing life stress and job stress, there was no difference between christians and non Christian atheist. But in coping stress, there was differecne between Christians and non Christians. 'Christian way of thinking' strengthened emotion focused coping, but didn't play a buffering role in reducing stress-induced depression and anxiety of the white-collars. But 'Christian way of living' increased challenge-appraisal and strenthened problem focused coping as a consequence. Also, Christian way of living had a influence on hoping thought and seeking social support. As a result, Christian belief reduced depression and anxiety.
CONCLUSION
Christian belief a buffering effect on the interactional stress process of the white-collars of large enterprises.