Work‐family conflict and work‐family synergy for generation X, baby boomers, and matures

作者: Nicholas J. Beutell , Ursula Wittig‐Berman

DOI: 10.1108/02683940810884513

关键词: PsychologyWork–family conflictProgram Design LanguageHuman resourcesMental healthConflict managementCommon-method varianceWork (electrical)Social psychologyCausal inference

摘要: Purpose – This paper aims to explore generational effects on work‐family conflict and synergyDesign/methodology/approach The design is cross‐sectional investigates large US national probability samples. Multiple regressions ANOVAs were used in the analyses.Findings Generational differences synergy found. Mental health job pressure strongest predictors of for each group. Matures significantly more satisfied than baby boomers generation Xers.Research limitations/implications All measures self‐reports collected at one point time. Thus, common method variance may be an issue causal inferences cannot made. Life stage family differed groups this should explored subsequent research.Practical implications Managers human resource professionals need consider program monitor patterns usage grou...

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