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Impact of Work-family Conflict on Marital Satisfaction with Mediating Role of Conflict Resolution Strategies


Article Information

Title: Impact of Work-family Conflict on Marital Satisfaction with Mediating Role of Conflict Resolution Strategies

Authors: Nosheen Saba, Aqsa Abdul Khaliq, Shaista Bashir

Journal: Human Nature Journal of Social Sciences (HNJSS)

HEC Recognition History
Category From To
Y 2024-10-01 2025-12-31
Y 2023-07-01 2024-09-30
Y 2022-07-01 2023-06-30

Publisher: Human Nature Research Publisher

Country: Pakistan

Year: 2023

Volume: 4

Issue: 2

Language: English

DOI: 10.71016/hnjss/yxfxvk09

Keywords: Conflict resolutionwork-family conflictMarital Satisfaction

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Abstract

Purpose of the Study: The aim of this research is to determine whether conflict resolution strategies could be a mediator variable in the association among work-family struggle and matrimonial fulfillment in dual profession pairs who labour in Multan region.
Methodology: The subjects of this research were 220 in which 76 males and 144 females from public and private sectors in Multan. Data gathering used three measuring tools, named as the measuring tool of work-family conflict, marital satisfaction, and conflict management strategies.
Main Findings: The first premise illustrate that conflict management strategies play a role of mediating variable amongst work family struggle and matrimonial fulfillment. The second premise, there is positive significant association among work family struggle, marital fulfillment and conflict management strategies.
Applications of this Study: This research cold be usefull as a suitable foundation, particularly as observation for marital pairs who are also working in public or private organizations to maintain their work, family time as well as resolve their workplace or family conflicts by using conflict resolution strategies to increase their work products and wedded fulfilment.
Novelty/Originality of this Study: This study emphases on the function of conflict resolution strategies as a mediator variable which roles as a bridge among work-family struggle and marital fulfillment. The interconnection affiliation made in this research is a vital worth that essential be a chief concern for potential pairs who will become married to busy situations in their work.


Research Objective

To determine whether conflict resolution strategies could be a mediator in the association between work-family conflict and marital satisfaction in dual-career couples in the Multan region.


Methodology

Quantitative research design using a correlational approach. Data was collected from 220 participants (76 males, 144 females) from public and private sectors in Multan using three measuring tools: a work-family conflict scale, a marital satisfaction scale, and a conflict management strategies scale. Data analysis involved descriptive analysis and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) using PLS-SEM.

Methodology Flowchart
                        graph TD
    A["Define Research Objective"] --> B["Identify Participants: Dual-career couples in Multan"];
    B --> C["Select Instruments: WFC Scale, Marital Satisfaction Scale, Conflict Resolution Strategies Scale"];
    C --> D["Data Collection via Surveys"];
    D --> E["Data Analysis using PLS-SEM"];
    E --> F["Interpret Results"];
    F --> G["Draw Conclusions"];                    

Discussion

The study supports the hypothesis that conflict resolution strategies mediate the relationship between work-family conflict and marital satisfaction. This implies that dual-career couples utilize these strategies to balance their work and marital lives. The findings also indicate that certain conflict resolution strategies, like "Imposing," are positively interrelated with work-family conflict, suggesting that their higher use leads to more conflict. Conversely, "Thwarting" conflict resolution strategies are positively associated with marital satisfaction.


Key Findings

1. Conflict resolution strategies play a mediating role between work-family conflict and marital satisfaction.
2. There is a positive significant association among work-family conflict, marital satisfaction, and conflict resolution strategies. Specifically, "Avoiding" and "Thwarting" conflict resolution strategies mediated the relationship between work-family conflict and marital satisfaction.


Conclusion

Conflict resolution strategies act as a bridge between work-family conflict and marital satisfaction for dual-career couples. Applying these strategies is crucial for both increasing work productivity and fostering a happier married life by resolving family issues.


Fact Check

* Sample Size: The study involved 220 participants.
* Publication Date: The article was published in June 2023.
* Mediating Strategies: The study identified "Avoiding" and "Thwarting" as significant mediating conflict resolution strategies.


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