0413 UNEMPLOYED INDIVIDUALS REPORTING HINDRANCE-RELATED WORK STRESS ON PREVIOUS JOB HAVE INCREASED LIKELIHOOD OF INSOMNIA DISORDER

Abstract Introduction: Research investigating the challenge-hindrance framework of work stress supports that challenge-related work stressors (e.g. job demands, time pressures), are associated with positive outcomes (e.g., job satisfaction) while hindrance-related stressors (e.g. job insecurity, organizational politics), are associated with negative outcomes. Both burnout and unemployment are associated with disturbances in sleep. However, surprisingly few studies have examined previous work stress in unemployed individuals, including whether previous work stress is associated with later Insomnia Disorder. Methods: Initial, cross-sectional data were gathered as part of the ongoing, prospective Assessing Daily Activity Patterns through occupational Transitions (ADAPT) study. Thirty-eight recently unemployed individuals (< 90 days, N = 23 female, 61%; M age = 43.56 years; SD = 10.77 years) completed the Cavanaugh et al. (2000) self-reported work stress scale about their previous job. They also participated in the Duke Sleep Interview, a semi-structured interview assessing symptoms of ICSD sleep disorders, including Insomnia Disorder (Chronic and Short Term). Results: A total of 23 participants (61%) met ICSD criteria for a current, post-job loss Insomnia Disorder (n = 9, 24% Chronic; n = 14, 37% Short-term). Challenge and hindrance-related work stress scores were normally distributed. Logistic regression results indicated that only hindrance-related work stress increased the likelihood of Insomnia Disorder (B = .24, SE = .11, p = .04); challenge-related work stress did not increase the likelihood of Insomnia Disorder (B = -.03, SE = .08, p = .71). Neither hindrance nor challenge-related work stress predicted Chronic Insomnia. A nonsignificant trend indicated that hindrance-stress increased the likelihood of Short-Term Insomnia (< 3 months, B = .18, SE = .10, p = .06); no one item carried this effect. Conclusion: The results from this ongoing study suggest that hindrance-related work stress increases the likelihood of Insomnia Disorder above and beyond challenge-related work stress. These findings suggest that hindrance-related work stress prior to job loss may have continued effects on sleep after job loss. They also support the promotion of occupational wellness programs and management training to address hindrance-related work stress as one way of improving sleep health. Support (If Any): National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute #1R01HL117995-01A1.