WORK LIFE INTEGRATION AND MENTAL HEALTH: QUANTITATIVE STUDY OF EMPLOYEE WELL BEING

Supriya Mahesh Jagdale; Mahesh Bhaskar

doi:10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i6.2024.2774

Authors

Supriya Mahesh Jagdale Research Scholar, Agasti Institute of Management, Computer Application & Research, Akole.
Dr. Mahesh Bhaskar Research Guide, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i6.2024.2774

Keywords:

Work-life Integration, Mental Health, Employee Well-Being, Job Satisfaction, Flexible Work Arrangements

Abstract [English]

With an emphasis on employee well-being, this study investigates the connection between work-life integration and mental health. Achieving a healthy balance between work and home life is essential for mental health and overall productivity given the complexity of current professional demands. This research used a quantitative methodology to evaluate important facets of work-life integration and its impact on stress levels, job satisfaction, and emotional well-being. The sample size consisted of 230 respondents with a range of professional backgrounds. Structured questionnaires were used to gather data, and statistical analysis showed a strong relationship between better mental health outcomes and successful work-life integration. The results emphasize how crucial it is for organizations to have policies that enable flexible work schedules and mental health support networks.

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