DOI: 10.18009/jcer.1767405 ISSN: 2148-2896

Managing Academic Stress: A Conceptual Model Proposal on Technology and AI Usage in the Task Urgency–Stress Relationship

Merve Vural Allaham
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The increasing pressure from short deadlines and the need to complete tasks quickly is one of the primary causes of academicians' stress, especially as deadlines draw near. By enabling faster and more effective work, technology can reduce this burden. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools, in particular, can swiftly process complex information or automate repetitive tasks, saving valuable time and alleviating stress. Academicians with greater technological confidence are generally better prepared to manage demanding assignments, making workloads feel more manageable. Prior research highlights the influence of AI and technology on workplace stress but indicates the need for deeper investigation. Addressing this gap, the present study proposes a conceptual model that explores how technology usage (TU) and AI usage (AIU) shape the relationship between task urgency and stress. More specifically, the study reframes digital and AI-related capabilities not as direct stress-reducing tools, but as boundary conditions that shape how academics experience and cope with task urgency. The model aims to provide insights for both academics and professionals working in knowledge-intensive environments.

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