Literature Review on the Impact of Playful Work Design on Psychological Well-Being

Abstract

Individuals can use various tactics to positively influence their psychological well-being in both personal and professional life. One of the tactics is playful work design. Regarding the numerous positive outcomes of psychological well-being in the workplace, such as motivation, performance, and job engagement, identifying its antecedents is crucial. The analysis of relevant studies indicates that playful work design allows workers to enjoy their work more, have a better relationships with others, enhance their motivation, boost creativity, and cope more effectively with stress and challenges, ultimately improve their psychological well-being. Therefore, the study highlights the role of Self-Determination Theory, developed by Ryan and Deci (2011), in explaining the impact of playful work design  on psychological well-being. This research contributes to the literature by providing a structured synthesis of previous studies and offering directions for future research.