Why Do Unemployed Housewives Experience Stress? Exploring the Triggering Factors

Fauziah Ermasuriaty; Rahmatia Golonggomo; Nida Hasanati

doi:10.59890/ijeps.v3i4.69

Authors

Fauziah Ermasuriaty University of Muhammadiyah Malang
Rahmatia Golonggomo University of Muhammadiyah Malang
Nida Hasanati University of Muhammadiyah Malang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59890/ijeps.v3i4.69

Keywords:

Housewife Stress, Domestic Role, Mental Health

Abstract

This systematic review identifies factors contributing to stress in non-working housewives, a demographic often burdened by high domestic expectations and limited social recognition. While short-term stress can be beneficial, chronic stress, as seen in Housewife Syndrome, leads to exhaustion from monotonous routines, lack of support, social isolation, and role imbalance. We comprehensively searched academic databases like Scopus and Frontiers. Our analysis reveals that high domestic demands, insufficient social support, economic constraints, and pressure from traditional gender roles are key stressors. Understanding these factors provides crucial insights for developing social and psychological interventions aimed at improving the well-being of housewives.

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