The Relationship between Anger, Stress, Psychological Distress and Mood Disorders among Entrepreneurs

The present study investigates the association between anger, stress, psychological distress and mood disorders among Egyptian entrepreneurs. Approach-wise, the study is quantitative, and its cross-sectional data were collected using a questionnaire. The study’s respondents are Egyptian entrepreneurs involved in several business activities. Hence, the study concluded based on 286 valid responses. We used analysis of moment structures (AMOS) software, where we conducted path analysis to conclude the results. Consequently, the findings of the study demonstrate a positive relationship between anger with psychological distress (H1 = β = 0.458; p < 0.01) and mood depression (β = 0.367; p < 0.01). Besides, stress is positively associated with psychological distress (β = 0.417; p < 0.01) and mood depression (β = 0.462; p < 0.01). Finally, psychological distress is positively related to mood depression (β = 0.226; p < 0.01). The findings of the study assist policymakers and health practitioners in designing policies that may decrease anger and stress among entrepreneurs, which ultimately reduces psychological distress and mood depression. Moreover, psychological distress and mood depression are critical indicators of mental health, reflecting emotional suffering and impaired functioning. Finally, the study’s empirical insights significantly contribute to the domain literature.