Finances and well-being: A dynamic equilibrium model of resources

Marjan J. Gorgievski-Duijvesteijn, Arnold B. Bakker, Wilmar B. Schaufeli, Peter G.M. Van Der Heijden

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Abstract

This study of 513 Dutch farmers tested a dynamic equilibrium model of resources (an extension of the conservation of resources theory; S. E. Hobfoll, 1989, 1998, 2001). With structural equation modeling, the advantages of a 3-wave longitudinal design were comprehensively used, such as addressing bidirectional causal effects and within-individual vs. between-individual change. This allowed for a careful analysis of the management function of resources in the stress process. Results showed that well-being had stronger within-person stability than finances. Increased levels of financial problems temporarily increased psychological distress but not self-reported illness. Conversely, farmers with higher stable baselines of psychological distress also had higher baselines of self-reported illness and experienced more negative changes in their financial situation.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)210-224
Number of pages15
JournalJournal of Occupational Health Psychology
Volume10
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jul 2005
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Applied Psychology
  • Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

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