Work–Life Balance: Definitions, Causes, and Consequences

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Brough, Paula
Timms, Carolyn
Chan, Xi Wen
Hawkes, Amy
Rasmussen, Laura
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Theorell, Töres

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2020
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This chapter reviews the multiple definitions of work–life balance, including definitions focused on the equity of time spent in the work and non-work domains, satisfaction with performance/time spent in each domain, and the salience of each role for an individual. There is a general consensus that a preferred definition should focus on work–life rather than work-family, in order to include non-family responsibilities and demands, such as study or travel commitments. The chapter also discusses the common antecedents and consequences of work–life balance arising from both work and non-work domains. These include work demands and resources, family demands and resources, and personality antecedents including evidence associating psychological capital constructs with work–life balance. Finally, this chapter considers the future directions for work–life balance research, focusing on technological advancements (e.g., Fitbits) and individual levels of mindfulness and resilience. The chapter concludes by noting the increasing evidence linking employee appointments and retention with an organization’s positive work–life balance culture.

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Handbook of Socioeconomic Determinants of Occupational Health

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© 2020 Springer. This is the author-manuscript version of this paper. It is reproduced here in accordance with the copyright policy of the publisher. Please refer to the publisher’s website for further information.

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Brough, P; Timms, C; Chan, XW; Hawkes, A; Rasmussen, L, Work–Life Balance: Definitions, Causes, and Consequences, Handbook of Socioeconomic Determinants of Occupational Health, 2020, pp. 1-15

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