The more the better? The non-linear effect of workload on workplace well-being
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Workplace well-being is not optimal at moderate workloads. Instead, well-being decreases as workload increases from low to moderate, then increases from moderate to high, suggesting a positive U-shaped relationship.
Area Of Science
- Organizational Psychology
- Occupational Health Psychology
Background
- Previous research on workload and workplace well-being primarily tested linear relationships.
- The optimal workload level for employee well-being remains unclear.
Purpose Of The Study
- To investigate the relationship between workload and workplace well-being using a non-linear model.
- To examine the mediating role of autonomous motivation in this relationship.
Main Methods
- Two studies were conducted with employees (N=324 and N=152).
- Study 1 used a cross-sectional survey design, while Study 2 employed experience sampling methodology.
- Data were analyzed using non-linear analytical techniques and mediation analyses.
Main Results
- Both studies revealed a positive U-shaped curve, contrary to the hypothesized inverted U-shape.
- Workplace well-being decreased with workloads from low to moderate.
- Workplace well-being increased with workloads from moderate to high.
Conclusions
- The findings suggest that moderate workloads, which can be increased, may be more beneficial than starting with low workloads.
- Autonomous motivation played a mediating role in Study 1 but not in Study 2.
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