Values as Moderator to Role Stress: An Empirical Study

Abstract

Research background- The purpose of the present research is to analyze the moderating effect of different types of values on role stress and conduct an empirical study to understand the relation of values as a stress moderator variable.Methodology- The authors conducted a comprehensive and systematic review of published qualitative and quantitative studies and have analyzed the relationship between the contributory factors of values and role stress.Major findings- Themoderating effects of values on role stress through critical review has been validated and it is concluded that different values have a positive effect on reducing stressors. Through empirical study the relationship between both variables i.e., values and role stress has been studied. Conclusion- In today’s globalized and competitive work environment, employees face stress in their personal and professional life. To encounter this stress, enhancing different values as ability or skill will help in coping with life stressors and adversities. The authors contributed in the respective fields by consolidating existing knowledge in the domain of values and role stress and confirmed that values work as a moderator in reducing personal and professional role stress. The study concludes with the limitations and theoretical implications of the research.