Thwarted Belongingness and Perceived Burdensomeness on Anxiety among Corporate Employees: Moderating Role of Workplace Trauma

Abstract

This research examines how Thwarted Belongingness and Perceived Burdensomeness affect corporate employee anxiety and the role of Workplace Trauma as a moderating factor. A correlational study collected data from 150 corporate employees aged 21–50. The research utilized standardized tools which included the Interpersonal Needs Questionnaire, Trauma Screening Questionnaire and Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scale. The regression and moderation analysis showed that Perceived Burdensomeness acted as a significant predictor of anxiety. The results showed workplace trauma acted as an independent anxiety predictor and it weakened the impact of both interpersonal variables on anxiety but only at high trauma levels. The findings also showed that single employees and entry-level staff members experienced higher anxiety levels. The research supports the requirement for workplace trauma-informed policies together with specific mental health intervention programs.