Jesper works as a "picker" in a massive, noisy e-commerce fulfillment warehouse. He wears an automated wrist-terminal that directs his movement from aisle to aisle, giving him a strict countdown in seconds to retrieve each item. If his weekly fulfillment rate drops below the company's 98% target, he receives an automated warning, and three warnings lead to immediate dismissal. Jesper has received two warnings this month. He has recently developed severe eczema flare-ups and chronic insomnia. The warehouse workers have repeatedly requested a consultation with the regional operations manager to discuss the relentless pacing, physical strain, and lack of scheduled rest intervals, but all requests have been deflected by automated HR emails stating that the performance metrics are non-negotiable.
Discuss what psychologists have found out about workplace stress. Refer to Jesper in your answer.
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