A longitudinal panel study on antecedents and outcomes of work-home interference
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Theoretical models of the antecedents and outcomes of work-home interference (WHI) suggest that work characteristics (e.g., job stressors, working hours) increase the probability that an individual experiences work-home interference. Since work-home interference is considered as a role stressor, these experiences should be detrimental for long-term well-being. In this 2-wave panel study, the authors compared this suggested pathway with competing models that propose reverse causation and reciprocal effects in a sample of 365 employees (N at T2 = 130) from the German workforce using structural equation modeling. In particular, a model with two proposed antecedents (job stressors, working hours) of WHI and two proposed consequences (depression, turnover motivation) was analyzed in alternative configurations. The results support a cyclical model with a job stressors → depression → WHI → job stressors pathway. Furthermore, working hours affected WHI, and turnover motivation emerged as an outcome of WHI.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Journal of Vocational Behavior |
Volume | 73 |
Issue number | 2 |
Pages (from-to) | 231-241 |
Number of pages | 11 |
ISSN | 0001-8791 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 01.10.2008 |
Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (5351495, 5351499)
- Alternative models, Longitudinal, Stress, Structural equation modeling, Work-family conflict, Work-home interference, Working hours, Working time
- Business psychology