Examining the Longitudinal Effects of Workload on Ill-Being Through Each Dimension of Workaholism

This research explored the role of the behavioral (i.e., excessive work) and the cognitive (i.e., compulsive work) dimensions of workaholism in explaining the effects of workload on managers' work-family conflict and lack of psychological detachment. For this study, data was collected at 2 time...

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Published in:International journal of stress management 2018-05, Vol.25 (2), p.144-162
Main Authors: Huyghebaert, Tiphaine, Fouquereau, Evelyne, Lahiani, Fadi-Joseph, Beltou, Nicolas, Gimenes, Guillaume, Gillet, Nicolas
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cognitive science
Family Work Relationship
Female
Health Personnel
Human
Male
Management Personnel
Psychological Detachment
Psychology
Work Load
Workaholism
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Summary:This research explored the role of the behavioral (i.e., excessive work) and the cognitive (i.e., compulsive work) dimensions of workaholism in explaining the effects of workload on managers' work-family conflict and lack of psychological detachment. For this study, data was collected at 2 time points, over a 3-month period, from a sample of 393 French supervisors working in the health care setting. Results from a cross-lagged model based on structural equation modeling indicated that workload positively predicted managers' tendency to work excessively, but it was not significantly related to their tendency to work compulsively. In turn, working excessively had positive effects on supervisors' work-family conflict and lack of psychological detachment. Working compulsively did not significantly predict either of these outcomes over time. Overall, these findings shed light on the mechanisms involved in the longitudinal relationship between managers' work experience and their functioning outside the job. More specifically, this study goes beyond previous research by emphasizing that the 2 dimensions of workaholism have differential antecedents and outcomes over time. Theoretical contributions and perspectives, as well as implications for practice are further discussed.
ISSN:1072-5245
1573-3424
DOI:10.1037/str0000055