Coping with job insecurity, with Mindy Shoss, PhD

In this episode of Speaking of Psychology, host Kim Mills interviews Dr. Mindy Shoss about job insecurity and its impact on workers' mental and physical health. Dr. Shoss discusses the current climate of economic uncertainty, including layoffs and the rise of AI, and how these factors contribute to job insecurity. She defines job insecurity as the worry about losing one's job and explains its effects on work quality, productivity, and overall well-being. The discussion covers strategies for workers and employers to cope with uncertainty, the concept of toxic workplaces, and the potential long-term effects of the pandemic and governmental changes on job security. Dr. Shoss also shares her insights on how AI and robotics are changing the workplace and what skills will be valuable in the future.