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DOI: BALANCING ACT: EXPLORING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN JOB SATISFACTION AND FAMILY FUNCTIONING IN DUAL-EARNER COMMUTER FAMILIES IN MALAYSIA
Farah Arsha Pai , Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University Putra Malaysia Zarinah Syuhada , Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University Putra MalaysiaAbstract
This study aims to investigate the relationship between job satisfaction and family functioning in dual-earner commuter families in Malaysia. The study surveyed 200 participants using a structured questionnaire, which measured their job satisfaction levels and family functioning. The data collected were analyzed using correlation analysis and multiple regression analysis. The results showed a significant positive correlation between job satisfaction and family functioning. Furthermore, job satisfaction was found to be a significant predictor of family functioning. The study concludes that dual-earner commuter families who are satisfied with their jobs are likely to have better family functioning.
Keywords
job satisfaction, family functioning, dual-earner
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