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  • Social Psychology
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Family Studies

Background:

  • Dual-career couples face unique challenges balancing work and family responsibilities.
  • Work-related spousal support is a crucial resource for navigating these demands.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the impact of work-related spousal support on work-family balance.
  • To investigate the effects of this support on job incumbents and their spouses.
  • To explore differences in support effectiveness between work-linked and non-work-linked couples.

Main Methods:

  • Survey data collected from 639 dual-career couples.
  • Statistical analysis to assess the relationship between work-related spousal support, work-family balance, and outcomes.
  • Comparison of outcomes for work-linked versus non-work-linked couples.

Main Results:

  • Work-related spousal support positively influenced work-family balance, job satisfaction, and family satisfaction for the job incumbent.
  • Support demonstrated crossover effects, improving the spouse's work-family balance, reducing stress transmission, enhancing family satisfaction, and lowering relationship tension.
  • The study found significant benefits regardless of whether couples were work-linked or not.

Conclusions:

  • Work-related spousal support is a vital factor in promoting well-being for both individuals in a dual-career couple.
  • Organizations should consider fostering environments that encourage and recognize spousal support.
  • Future research should explore specific mechanisms through which this support operates and its long-term effects.