Artificial Intelligence Adoption, Job Insecurity, and Psychological Resilience: Challenges for Employee Adaptation in Future Work Environments

Abstract

The rapid adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace is reshaping industries, presenting both opportunities and challenges for employees. This literature review examines the interplay between AI adoption, job insecurity, and psychological resilience, and their implications for employee adaptation to future work environments. By synthesizing findings from 10 key articles, this study highlights how AI-induced job displacement, particularly in routine and low-skilled tasks, leads to heightened job insecurity, contributing to stress, anxiety, and reduced job satisfaction. However, the review also identifies psychological resilience as a critical factor that can mitigate the negative effects of job insecurity. Resilient employees are better equipped to cope with the uncertainties brought on by technological disruptions, enabling them to maintain motivation and adapt to new job roles. The review underscores the importance of fostering resilience through organizational support, such as upskilling initiatives and psychological well-being programs. Furthermore, the study discusses the need for a balanced approach that combines technological skills development with emotional support to ensure a sustainable and adaptable workforce. This research emphasizes the essential role of resilience in navigating the challenges of AI integration and highlights the need for future research to explore effective strategies for enhancing employee resilience in AI-driven environments.