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Meyer, John P.; Stanley, David J.; Herscovitch, Lynne; Topolnytsky, Laryssa – Journal of Vocational Behavior, 2002
Meta-analysis of 155 research reports that used one of three commitment scales (affective, continuance, or normative) found strong correlations between the scales and correlates of jobs satisfaction, job involvement, and organizational commitment. All three were negatively related to withdrawal and turnover. Perceived organizational support had…
Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Behavior Standards, Intention, Labor Turnover
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Allen, Natalie J.; Meyer, John P. – Journal of Vocational Behavior, 1996
A literature review evaluated the construct validity of the Affective, Continuance, and Normative Commitment Scales, which were strongly supported for use in research. The review identified empirical questions still needing resolution. (73 references) (SK)
Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Behavior Standards, Construct Validity, Literature Reviews
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Gellatly, Ian R.; Meyer, John P.; Luchak, Andrew A. – Journal of Vocational Behavior, 2006
The purpose of this study was to test theoretical propositions advanced by Meyer and Herscovitch (2001) concerning the interactive effects of affective, normative, and continuance commitment on focal (staying intentions) and discretionary (citizenship) behavior. Study measures were gathered from a sample of 545 hospital employees. Several a priori…
Descriptors: Hypothesis Testing, Citizenship, Behavior Patterns, Context Effect