ADAPTATION OF THE TECHNOSTRAIN SUBSCALE OF THE CUESTIONARIO DE TECNOESTRÉS [TECHNOSTRESS QUESTIONNAIRE] IN A GROUP OF ITALIAN TEACHERS.

The rapid integration of digital technologies in response to the COVID-19 pandemic has transformed various aspects of professional life. In particular, the literature found teachers to be among the professional categories most affected by technostress. Because assessing technostress is still a priority for scholars and mental health professionals, this study aimed to adapt the technostrain subscale of the Cuestionario de Tecnoestrés [Technostress Questionnaire] (extracted from the RED/TIC questionnaire) among Italian teachers. Confirmatory factor analysis confirmed the 4-factor structure observed in the original version. Results revealed that high levels of technostrain are associated with increased burnout and negative emotions. On the other hand, positive emotions were negatively correlated with technostrain and burnout, indicating their potential protective role against the latter. These findings suggest that human resource management providing technological support may serve as crucial protective factors against burnout, emphasizing the need for sustained efforts in promoting teacher well-being. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]