*REST group seeks new doctoral students for the 2025-2026 cohort.
See more information about how to apply to the program here.

Welcome to the REST Research Group!

REST group strives to answer three research questions: (1) What causes work-related stress, and how do employees experience it at work or home? (2) How can workers better recuperate from work-related strains to improve their physical health, mental health, and productivity at work? (3) What are the implications of recent technological developments for organizations and employees?

Current topics that are examined in the group include the stress recovery process through leisure activities, recruitment efforts in military settings, and the impact of turnover intentions.

Future plans include utilizing physiological indicators such as heart rate and blood pressure to objectively measure the effectiveness of virtual reality (VR) environments and leisure activities (e.g., video games) to facilitate relaxation for work-related stress recovery.

In 2024, REST team members include Ken Barton, Emma Fain, Landon Waters, and Peter Mai. More information on each member is listed on the Our Team tab.

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“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.”

Anne Lamott