Lifestyle Pattern and Time Distribution of IT Professionals in Chennai City
This study focuses on the lifestyle pattern of IT professionals in Chennai by examining how their time is being distributed and the existence of time poverty for their personal activities, development and social interactions. It analyses how the routine of work, commuting, and sleep, day to day routine works limits personal time and affects social interaction and self-development. Data was collected from 25 respondents using a structured questionnaire. The findings indicate that most respondents experience limited personal time, extended work involvement, and mental exhaustion due to an always-on work culture. The study concludes that such patterns lead to time poverty, reduced work–life balance, and a sense of disconnection from personal life, highlighting the need for flexible work policies and reduced commuting.
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