The graphs compare data on the average number of weekly working hours and the amount of stress experienced by professionals in different occupations
Overall, although lecturers have the fewest working hours, they experience the highest level of stress. Another notable point is that, although writers and lawyers have the same stress levels, writers tend to work more hours per week than lawyers.
Looking at the details, the average number of hours worked across different occupations varies widely. Businessmen work the most, averaging 70 hours per week. Other professions with high working hours – namely movie producers, doctors, and writers – work between 45 and 60 hours weekly. In contrast, lecturers have the lowest working hours.
Regarding stress levels, lecturers are the most affected, with 25% experiencing stress-related issues. Businessmen, doctors, chefs, and movie producers report stress levels between 10% and 18%.
Lawyers and writers both have a stress rate of 8%. Writers are among the least stressed professionals, despite their relatively long working hours.
