Exploring Challenges of Working Sandwiched Mothers and Organization Support

Choo, Chun Yenn and Zaiton, Hassan and Mark, Kasa and Mohd Firdaus, Zakaria and Victoria, Jonathan (2024) Exploring Challenges of Working Sandwiched Mothers and Organization Support. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 14 (4). pp. 45-57. ISSN 2222-6990

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Abstract

The multigenerational commitments and obligations of working mothers who are sandwiched between caring for their children and elderly family members jeopardize their ability to maintain role balance. Previous research on the topic, particularly in a Malaysian context, is limited. This qualitative study aims to address this gap by examining the challenges faced by seven working sandwiched mothers in Malaysia and the social support provided by organizations as they navigate multiple roles as caregivers, spouses, parents, and employees. Specifically, the study investigates (1) how these women manage their combined responsibilities and (2) what types of organizational support are available to them. Drawing on Conservation of Resources theory which emphasizes protecting one's resources from depletion or loss; we found that emotional stress, work-induced stress, and financial constraints pose significant challenges for these individuals. Although flexibility is crucial for managing competing demands effectively, our findings suggest that organizations do not offer enough support in this regard. Overall, our study illuminates the experiences of working sandwiched mothers facing complex role conflicts while highlighting the need for workplace policies that prioritize

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Working Sandwiched Mothers, Stress, Financial, Flexibility, Malaysia.
Subjects: H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General)
Divisions: Academic Faculties, Institutes and Centres > Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development
Faculties, Institutes, Centres > Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development
Academic Faculties, Institutes and Centres > Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development
Depositing User: Hassan
Date Deposited: 05 Apr 2024 01:23
Last Modified: 05 Apr 2024 01:23
URI: http://ir.unimas.my/id/eprint/44556

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