The Work-Family Conflict: Dyadic View of Brazilian Couples

Authors

  • Alexsandro Luiz De Andrade
    Department of Psychology, Federal University of Espírito Santo, Vitória, Brazil
  • Livia Fraga Ferrão
    Department of Psychology, Federal University of Espírito Santo, Vitória, Brazil
  • Gabriela Techio
    Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil
  • Fabiana Pinheiro Ramos
    Department of Psychology, Federal University of Espírito Santo, Vitória, Brazil

Abstract

Several changes have occurred in the family setting over the last few decades: the insertion of women into the labor market, the growth of dual-career couples, and changes in the traditional and non-traditional structures of men's and women's societal roles. In this context, the Work-Family Conflict (WFC) is a construct of work interference in the family (WIF) and family interference in work (FIW). This study's central objective was to explore the conflict between family and work in a Brazilian context according to the dyadic scope. The study with a survey design was conducted with a Brazilian sample of 65 adult couples (130 individuals). Results showed differences between men and women concerning variables that influence the WFC. Stress at work was the central aspect of WFC. The results contribute to the advancement of knowledge on the issues of WFC in Brazil, dyadic analysis procedures, family and organization interventions.