New publication: Sensory processing sensitivity strengthens the relationship between impactful negative work events, hypervigilance, and daily fatigue

Why do some employees feel particularly drained after a difficult day at work? This study used a 10-day diary design with 183 employees and 1158 daily observations to investigate how negative work events relate to fatigue and why some employees are more affected than others. The findings showed that on days when employees experienced more impactful negative events, they also reported higher hypervigilance (indicating to remain highly alert for potential problems), which in turn was associated with more daily fatigue. This pattern was pronounced among employees who generally tend to become easily overwhelmed by demands and stimulation, highlighting how individual differences in sensitivity predict responses to everyday work experiences.

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Schmitt, A. (2026). Sensory processing sensitivity strengthens the relationship between impactful negative work events, hypervigilance, and daily fatigue. Discov Psychol. https://doi.org/10.1007/s44202-026-00897-z