Digital Technology as a Coping Strategy for the Effect of Menopause and Andropause on Work Performance in Tertiary Institutions in Ibadan, Nigeria

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contents <p>Work performance has been observed to be a significant determinant of organizational <br>achievements. Despite factors known to affect work performance, such as gender and health <br>status, little research has been done on digital technology and its influence on menopause, <br>andropause, and work performance. This study, therefore, investigates the effect of technology <br>use on reducing the impact of menopause and andropause on work performance among <br>employees in selected tertiary institutions in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. Through a mixedmethods approach, data were gathered from 210 randomly selected staff aged 40–60 via <br>structured questionnaires and Key Informant Interviews, which were analysed using <br>descriptive statistics. The qualitative data collected were analysed using content analysis. <br>Findings revealed challenges in both genders, including fatigue, hot flashes, and decreased <br>energy levels during the transition. Women undergoing menopause reported performance <br>below expectations, while men undergoing andropause noted a decline in physical health. <br>However, respondents generally disagreed that this transition has a negative impact on work <br>performance. Coping strategies included physical exercise, medical advice, and counselling. <br>Breaking the barriers of taboos, misinformation, negative stereotypes, cultural beliefs, and <br>doubts surrounding this physiological period, digitalization has helped reduce stress by <br>providing solutions ranging from wearable, mobile apps to virtual care. These findings <br>contribute to understanding the development of gender-specific technology and the <br>complexities of work performance during the menopausal and andropause transition and <br>highlight the need for organizational support for affected employees. Future research could <br>explore coping strategies with digital technology during this transitional period</p>
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spellingShingle Digital Technology as a Coping Strategy for the Effect of Menopause and Andropause on Work Performance in Tertiary Institutions in Ibadan, Nigeria
Jiyah, Taiwo Sarah
Digitalization
Menopause
Andropause
Coping Strategies
Employers
Employees
Tertiary Institutions
Work performance
<p>Work performance has been observed to be a significant determinant of organizational <br>achievements. Despite factors known to affect work performance, such as gender and health <br>status, little research has been done on digital technology and its influence on menopause, <br>andropause, and work performance. This study, therefore, investigates the effect of technology <br>use on reducing the impact of menopause and andropause on work performance among <br>employees in selected tertiary institutions in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. Through a mixedmethods approach, data were gathered from 210 randomly selected staff aged 40–60 via <br>structured questionnaires and Key Informant Interviews, which were analysed using <br>descriptive statistics. The qualitative data collected were analysed using content analysis. <br>Findings revealed challenges in both genders, including fatigue, hot flashes, and decreased <br>energy levels during the transition. Women undergoing menopause reported performance <br>below expectations, while men undergoing andropause noted a decline in physical health. <br>However, respondents generally disagreed that this transition has a negative impact on work <br>performance. Coping strategies included physical exercise, medical advice, and counselling. <br>Breaking the barriers of taboos, misinformation, negative stereotypes, cultural beliefs, and <br>doubts surrounding this physiological period, digitalization has helped reduce stress by <br>providing solutions ranging from wearable, mobile apps to virtual care. These findings <br>contribute to understanding the development of gender-specific technology and the <br>complexities of work performance during the menopausal and andropause transition and <br>highlight the need for organizational support for affected employees. Future research could <br>explore coping strategies with digital technology during this transitional period</p>
title Digital Technology as a Coping Strategy for the Effect of Menopause and Andropause on Work Performance in Tertiary Institutions in Ibadan, Nigeria
topic Digitalization
Menopause
Andropause
Coping Strategies
Employers
Employees
Tertiary Institutions
Work performance
url https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17541834