A meta-analytic evaluation of the reliability of work-family and family-work conflict scales
Abstract In occupational psychology, measuring the interplay between work and family roles is crucial. The Work-family conflict (WFC) and Family-Work Conflict (FWC) scales are indispensable tools in this endeavour. However, their reliability across diverse geographical locations and work settings, p...
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| description | Abstract In occupational psychology, measuring the interplay between work and family roles is crucial. The Work-family conflict (WFC) and Family-Work Conflict (FWC) scales are indispensable tools in this endeavour. However, their reliability across diverse geographical locations and work settings, particularly during the global pandemic, requires thorough examination. This meta-analysis evaluates the reliability generalisation of WFC and FWC scales across different studies. Registered with PROSPERO (ID: CRD42024509030), we systematically searched four major databases: EBSCOhost, Web of Science, Scopus, and ScienceDirect, yielding 506 potential studies. After deduplication and screening, 44 studies published between 2000 and 2024 were selected. These studies analysed reliability coefficients (Cronbach’s alpha) and the impact of geographical location, work setting, and events like the COVID-19 pandemic on scale reliability. The analysis showed high reliability for both scales, with a pooled Cronbach’s alpha of 0.91 (95% CI [0.87, 0.95]) indicating strong internal consistency. Test-retest reliability was also high, with a pooled estimate of 0.89 (95% CI: [0.84, 0.93]). Subgroup analyses revealed minimal variability in reliability across sectors, regions, and the pandemic period, with no heterogeneity (I2 = 0.0%), suggesting the scales’ broad applicability. The WFC and FWC scales demonstrate high reliability across various global contexts, underscoring their value in occupational psychology. Their adaptability to different cultural and work scenarios, including during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlights their potential for widespread use. The uniform reliability across studies emphasises their effectiveness in capturing work-family dynamics, supporting their generalizability and relevance for cultural adaptation. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-1993c1096c2a4494b68cd6f79005e3232025-01-05T12:23:33ZengNature PortfolioScientific Reports2045-23222024-12-0114111410.1038/s41598-024-83086-zA meta-analytic evaluation of the reliability of work-family and family-work conflict scalesLawrence Ejike Ugwu0Erhabor Sunday Idemudia1Faculty of Humanities, North-West UniversityFaculty of Humanities, North-West UniversityAbstract In occupational psychology, measuring the interplay between work and family roles is crucial. The Work-family conflict (WFC) and Family-Work Conflict (FWC) scales are indispensable tools in this endeavour. However, their reliability across diverse geographical locations and work settings, particularly during the global pandemic, requires thorough examination. This meta-analysis evaluates the reliability generalisation of WFC and FWC scales across different studies. Registered with PROSPERO (ID: CRD42024509030), we systematically searched four major databases: EBSCOhost, Web of Science, Scopus, and ScienceDirect, yielding 506 potential studies. After deduplication and screening, 44 studies published between 2000 and 2024 were selected. These studies analysed reliability coefficients (Cronbach’s alpha) and the impact of geographical location, work setting, and events like the COVID-19 pandemic on scale reliability. The analysis showed high reliability for both scales, with a pooled Cronbach’s alpha of 0.91 (95% CI [0.87, 0.95]) indicating strong internal consistency. Test-retest reliability was also high, with a pooled estimate of 0.89 (95% CI: [0.84, 0.93]). Subgroup analyses revealed minimal variability in reliability across sectors, regions, and the pandemic period, with no heterogeneity (I2 = 0.0%), suggesting the scales’ broad applicability. The WFC and FWC scales demonstrate high reliability across various global contexts, underscoring their value in occupational psychology. Their adaptability to different cultural and work scenarios, including during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlights their potential for widespread use. The uniform reliability across studies emphasises their effectiveness in capturing work-family dynamics, supporting their generalizability and relevance for cultural adaptation.https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-83086-zWork-Family ConflictFamily-Work ConflictReliability GeneralizationMeta-AnalysisConservation of Resources TheoryPsychometric Properties |
| spellingShingle | Lawrence Ejike Ugwu Erhabor Sunday Idemudia A meta-analytic evaluation of the reliability of work-family and family-work conflict scales Scientific Reports Work-Family Conflict Family-Work Conflict Reliability Generalization Meta-Analysis Conservation of Resources Theory Psychometric Properties |
| title | A meta-analytic evaluation of the reliability of work-family and family-work conflict scales |
| title_full | A meta-analytic evaluation of the reliability of work-family and family-work conflict scales |
| title_fullStr | A meta-analytic evaluation of the reliability of work-family and family-work conflict scales |
| title_full_unstemmed | A meta-analytic evaluation of the reliability of work-family and family-work conflict scales |
| title_short | A meta-analytic evaluation of the reliability of work-family and family-work conflict scales |
| title_sort | meta analytic evaluation of the reliability of work family and family work conflict scales |
| topic | Work-Family Conflict Family-Work Conflict Reliability Generalization Meta-Analysis Conservation of Resources Theory Psychometric Properties |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-83086-z |
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