Today’s programming is more stressful than ever, with constant pressure and tight deadlines. The shift to working in sprints, shorter deadlines, and prescribed processes like Scrum has led to a more constant, medium-level stress that takes a toll on mental and physical health over time. Lack of autonomy, preparation time, and the blend of Waterfall and Scrum lead to high stress levels and unrealistic expectations. To combat this, developers need more control over their work and process. Rethinking Software suggests grassroots efforts to restore autonomy and professionalism in software development.
https://rethinkingsoftware.substack.com/p/why-scrum-is-stressing-you-out