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This study aims to validate a new multidimensional measure of work spillover and to explore its impact on family life.

Toward a Multidimensional Assessment of Work Spillover into Family Life

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Randomized trial assesses work spillover effects on family roles, highlighting its multidimensional nature.

This study aims to validate a new multidimensional measure of work spillover and to explore its impact on family life.
Sample composed of 130 male executives and their spouses.
Examined processes of time, energy, and psychological interference related to work spillover.
Assessed four nonwork role contexts: parent-child relationship, marital relationship, leisure activities, and home management.
Validated measure showed strong construct validity and internal consistency.
Data did not support that work stress affects specific role contexts more significantly than others.
Confirmed the existence of at least three distinct processes for work spillover affecting personal life.

Small et al. (1990) studied this question.

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