Artificial Intelligence and Automation: Effect on Women's Occupational Stress and Job Satisfaction

Automation and artificial intelligence (AI) have changed duties at work and raise professional stress, especially for women. Using a survey of 100 randomly selected female employees from a variation of industries, including IT, Healthcare, Education, Retail & Hospitality, and Engineering in Pune city. This study explores their effects on women's stress and job satisfaction in the Pune region. The study, which uses a five-point Likert scale and the Weighted Average Method and the statistical analysis used such as a t-test to analyze responses, specify a high correlation between the adoption of AI and job happiness, with industry and skill resilience having an impact on stress levels. Work-life balance issues, expectations for upskilling, and job security are major worries. Even while AI increases productivity, many people worry about job displacement and increasing burden. To lessen stress and increase job satisfaction, the study suggests organizational actions, policy support, and ongoing skill development.