Unrewarding Work, Coworker Support, and Job Satisfaction. A Test of the Buffering Hypothesis.

Ducharme, Lori J.; Martin, Jack K.

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ERIC Number: EJ604428

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 2000-May

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Unrewarding Work, Coworker Support, and Job Satisfaction. A Test of the Buffering Hypothesis.

Ducharme, Lori J.; Martin, Jack K.

Work and Occupations: An International Sociological Journal, v27 n2 p223-43 May 2000

A study of 2,505 workers indicated that co-worker social support enhances job satisfaction. Affective and instrumental support are both beneficial. However, neither type buffers the negative effects of job stress on satisfaction. (SK)

Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Job Satisfaction, Social Support Groups, Work Environment

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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