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Sources, types of stress, stress burnout, and their coping strategies among gospel ministers in Ghana
(Adventist University of Africa, 2023-02) Amoako, Prince Kwasi
Stress is a common issue that affects individuals in various fields, including the clergy. This study aimed to identify the sources and types of stress encountered by gospel ministers in Ghana and their coping strategies. The study used a cross-sectional descriptive research design and a quantitative approach to analyze data collected from a target population of 500 gospel ministers in the Central Region of Ghana. The sample population for the study was 217 ministers selected using the simple random technique and purposeful techniques. The research revealed that gospel ministers face stress from various sources, including meeting schedules, church programs, sermon preparation, church finances, and home and church demands. The study also identified acute stress, episodic stress, and chronic stress as the main types of stress encountered by ministers. While most of the ministers did not visit professionals to be diagnosed, they mentioned the stress they experienced. The study found a positive relationship between age, years of employment, marital status, and stress burnout. Coping strategies used by ministers included annual leave, reducing daily work schedules, delegating duties, quality sleep, regular physical exercise, religious activities, and seeking help from professionals, friends, and spouses. In conclusion, stress is a significant concern for clergy people and should be appropriately managed to avoid health challenges. The study recommends that ministers should regularly check their health status with medical practitioners to maintain their physical and mental well-being.