JOEM: Work-life Balance and Mental Health Outcomes (December 2023)-JOEM: Work-life Balance and Mental Health Outcomes (December 2023)

JOEM: Work-life Balance and Mental Health Outcomes (December 2023)

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A study in Germany examined the relationship between work-life balance (WLB) and mental health outcomes among Generation Z individuals. The study found that poor WLB was associated with higher levels of stress and anxiety. However, it did not find a significant association between WLB and depressive symptoms. Gender differences were also observed, with female participants reporting higher levels of stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms compared to their male counterparts. Female participants also reported poorer WLB. The study also found a positive correlation between WLB and educational attainment, suggesting that higher levels of education were associated with better WLB. Additionally, a higher frequency of working from home was associated with better WLB. <br /><br />The study underscores the importance of considering WLB as a significant factor in mental health problems, particularly stress and anxiety, among Generation Z. It highlights the need for employers, policymakers, and mental health professionals to design strategies and interventions that support a healthy integration of Generation Z individuals into the labor market. Further research is recommended to explore the implications of other variables, such as well-being and social relationships, on WLB and its association with mental health outcomes. Understanding these relationships can help promote the overall well-being and maximize the potential of Generation Z individuals.

Keywords

work-life balance

mental health outcomes

Generation Z

stress

anxiety

depressive symptoms

gender differences

educational attainment

working from home

mental health problems