Well-being among Canadian Armed Forces men and women: The roles of poor work-life balance and organizational support

Abstract: The military and family can be demanding institutions with competing priorities that can cause poor work-life balance. This study examined the role of work-life balance and the protective roles of organizational support for members and their families for well-being among Canadian Armed Forces men and women. The results demonstrated that work-life and life-work conflicts predicted burnout and psychological distress. In addition, there was evidence that organizational support and support to families played important roles in some of the well-being outcomes. Overall, the study provided evidence that work-life balance and organizational support for members and families can improve outcomes and well-being. Leaders should reinforce work-life balance and provide support to both members and families, recognizing gender dynamics.

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