The effects of burnout, secondary traumatic stress, compassion satisfaction, presence of meaning, spillover, and enrichment on the romantic relationships of hospice professionals
Abstract
The objective of this study was to expand research surrounding hospice professionals and the influence of hospice work experience on romantic relationship satisfaction. Previous literature has primarily focused on negative consequences of hospice work. There is a dearth of research on the positive impact of this work on hospice professionals as well as on how work experiences unique to hospice professionals impact couple relationship functioning. Twenty-nine full-time hospice professionals in a romantic relationship and working in hospice for at least six months were included in analyses. Findings indicated that the interaction effect of secondary traumatic stress and spillover as well as the interaction effect of compassion satisfaction and enrichment significantly predicted couple relationship satisfaction. Specifically, when the interaction between spillover and secondary traumatic stress increased, couple relationship satisfaction decreased. In addition, when the interaction between enrichment and compassion satisfaction increased, couple relationship satisfaction also increased. In addition, the control variables of years in the romantic relationship and level of support at work were found to be significantly associated with couple relationship satisfaction. This research was conducted and reflected on through the lens of Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory.
Degree
M.S.
Advisors
Edwards, Purdue University.
Subject Area
Occupational health|Behavioral psychology|Clinical psychology|Health care management
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