New perspectives on the job demands-resources theory: Bridging theory and practice to promote health and well-being

This Special Issue aims to extend the Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) theory from both a theoretical and practical perspective by identifying new factors or processes previously unexplored in the theory, opening pathways for future research and organizational interventions. Additionally, the Special Issue mostly focuses on workers in the service sector who are exposed to both traditional and specific psycho-social factors, sometimes exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the widespread use of information and communication technologies, and flexible work arrangements. The Special Issue features a literature review, a methodological study on scale adaptation and validation, and seven empirical articles employing both quantitative and qualitative methods. These contributions explore the role of personality traits (e.g., extroversion), personal resources (e.g., harmonious passion, emotional regulation, and resilience), and leadership in the motivational and health impairment processes of the JD-R theory. They also examine the complex, sometimes double-edged nature of some psychosocial factors, such as interactions with students, relationships with the care recipients and their relatives, and job autonomy. We believe that this Special Issue meets the current demands of the literature while addressing the practical needs of organizations.