Dimensions of work-life balance as predictors of anxiety among a sample of Nigerian bankers

Abstract

This study investigated dimensions of work-life balance (WLB) as predictors of anxiety. Participants were 202 employees from a sample of Nigerian bankers. Data was collected using Hayman’s Work-life Balance Scale and the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) Form Y-2. Multiple regression analysis was run to predict anxiety from Work Interference with Personal Life (WIPL), Personal Life Interference with Work (PLIW), Work/Personal Life Enhancement (W/PLE) and General Work/Life Balance (WLB). These variables were found to statistically, significantly predict anxiety, F(4, 197) =26.87, p < .0005, R2 = .353. All four variables added statistically significantly to the prediction, p < .05. Findings were discussed in line with the existing literature. It is concluded that level of anxiety is high when WLB is low. It was therefore recommended that the banking sector and related financial institutions should give due attention to the findings of the present study by way of ensuring a more dynamic relationship between dimensions of WLB and anxiety among employees. Additionally, the study recommends that future researchers should focus more about the manifestations of anxiety and general well-being among bankers and other occupations that are linked to nation building in Nigeria.

Keywords: Work-Life Balance, Anxiety, Bankers, Nation Building