The impact of work-family conflict on children's media use patterns: a chain mediation effect
Journal: Region - Educational Research and Reviews DOI: 10.32629/rerr.v7i1.3607
Abstract
This study examined how work-family conflict affects children's media use through family factors. Survey data from 359 parents revealed work-family conflict directly predicts media use (β = 0.210, p < 0.05) and operates through chain mediation via partner relationships, parenting stress, and parental attitudes (total effect = 0.574, p < 0.001). Results suggest targeting family dynamics to promote healthy media use.
Keywords
work family conflict; media use patterns; partner relationship; parenting stress; parental attitude
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