Exploring the effects of perceived social support and psychological distress through mediation and multigroup analyses in work-related quality of life
Abstract Work-related quality of life has emerged as a central focus in the field of occupational health due to its impact on individual well-being and overall quality of life. So, it is crucial to enhance the current theory by conducting a study on the concept across different sectors. Also, the sp...
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| description | Abstract Work-related quality of life has emerged as a central focus in the field of occupational health due to its impact on individual well-being and overall quality of life. So, it is crucial to enhance the current theory by conducting a study on the concept across different sectors. Also, the specific mechanisms through which perceived social support influences work-related quality of life remain underexplored. The role of psychological distress as a potential mediator in this relationship has not been investigated. Thus, the study aimed to explore the mediating role of psychological distress in this relationship, while also examining potential gender differences. The study, conducted with 401 teachers through a questionnaire, utilized the AMOS program for data analysis. The findings supported the direct effects among the variables and the mediating role of psychological distress. Additionally, the impact of psychological distress on work-related quality of life was found to be higher for females, but no differences for other paths. The study contributes to the literature by addressing the gap in understanding the mechanisms regarding work-related quality of life. The results highlight the importance of considering psychological distress and gender differences in interventions aimed at improving work-related quality of life. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-478e4625b1bb4a13920a7df00d6082942025-01-05T12:21:42ZengNature PortfolioScientific Reports2045-23222025-01-0115111110.1038/s41598-024-81548-yExploring the effects of perceived social support and psychological distress through mediation and multigroup analyses in work-related quality of lifeSıdıka Ece Yılmaz0Şenel Çıtak1Rectorship/Career Planning Application and Research Center, Adana Alparslan Türkeş Science and Technology UniversityFaculty of Education/Department of Guidance and Psychological Counseling, Ordu UniversityAbstract Work-related quality of life has emerged as a central focus in the field of occupational health due to its impact on individual well-being and overall quality of life. So, it is crucial to enhance the current theory by conducting a study on the concept across different sectors. Also, the specific mechanisms through which perceived social support influences work-related quality of life remain underexplored. The role of psychological distress as a potential mediator in this relationship has not been investigated. Thus, the study aimed to explore the mediating role of psychological distress in this relationship, while also examining potential gender differences. The study, conducted with 401 teachers through a questionnaire, utilized the AMOS program for data analysis. The findings supported the direct effects among the variables and the mediating role of psychological distress. Additionally, the impact of psychological distress on work-related quality of life was found to be higher for females, but no differences for other paths. The study contributes to the literature by addressing the gap in understanding the mechanisms regarding work-related quality of life. The results highlight the importance of considering psychological distress and gender differences in interventions aimed at improving work-related quality of life.https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-81548-yWork-related quality of lifePerceived social supportPsychological distressMultigroup analysisMediation analysisGender differences |
| spellingShingle | Sıdıka Ece Yılmaz Şenel Çıtak Exploring the effects of perceived social support and psychological distress through mediation and multigroup analyses in work-related quality of life Scientific Reports Work-related quality of life Perceived social support Psychological distress Multigroup analysis Mediation analysis Gender differences |
| title | Exploring the effects of perceived social support and psychological distress through mediation and multigroup analyses in work-related quality of life |
| title_full | Exploring the effects of perceived social support and psychological distress through mediation and multigroup analyses in work-related quality of life |
| title_fullStr | Exploring the effects of perceived social support and psychological distress through mediation and multigroup analyses in work-related quality of life |
| title_full_unstemmed | Exploring the effects of perceived social support and psychological distress through mediation and multigroup analyses in work-related quality of life |
| title_short | Exploring the effects of perceived social support and psychological distress through mediation and multigroup analyses in work-related quality of life |
| title_sort | exploring the effects of perceived social support and psychological distress through mediation and multigroup analyses in work related quality of life |
| topic | Work-related quality of life Perceived social support Psychological distress Multigroup analysis Mediation analysis Gender differences |
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