Daily Challenge Stressors and Fatigue: the Role of Stress Mindset

Moorlag, Rutger (2026) Daily Challenge Stressors and Fatigue: the Role of Stress Mindset. Bachelor thesis, Psychology.

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Abstract

Work-related stress has become an increasingly pressing issue, with fatigue being one of the most commonly seen and most burdensome outcomes for employees. Within the challenge-hindrance stressor framework, challenge stressors are often seen in a positive light; however, they may also have negative implications for employee well-being. This study examined the association between daily challenge stressors and fatigue, and explored whether stress mindset moderates this relationship. Data were collected through a daily diary design consisting of a baseline survey and three daily questionnaires across ten consecutive workdays. The final sample consisted of 218 employed, adult participants. Daily levels of challenge stressors and fatigue were aggregated at the person level, while stress mindset was measured at baseline. Moderation analysis was conducted using linear regression. Results showed that higher daily challenge stressors were significantly associated with higher fatigue. Stress mindset did not moderate this relationship. In conclusion, this indicates that even stressors perceived as challenging rather than hindering can be tiring, showing the importance of recognising the fatiguing aspect of demanding work. Keywords: Fatigue, Challenge stressor, Stress mindset

Item Type:	Thesis (Bachelor)
Supervisor name:	Yang., W.
Degree programme:	Psychology
Differentiation route:	None [Bachelor Psychology]
Date Deposited:	21 Jan 2026 10:15
Last Modified:	21 Jan 2026 10:29
URI:	http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/6073

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