Investigating the role of on-site, hybrid and remote work environments in promoting work-life balance and sleep health

Abstract

The present study aimed to investigate the role of different work arrangements—on-site, hybrid, and remote—in promoting work-life balance and sleep health. It sought to address three primary research questions through a quantitative research design. The sample consisted of 172 full-time employees aged 18 or older. Data was collected via an online survey, which included sociodemographic information and validated scales such as the Work-Family Conflict Scale, the Job Satisfaction Scale and the Karolinska Sleep Questionnaire. The results supported the first hypothesis, which posited that remote work contributes to improvements in both sleep quality and work-life balance. Hypothesis 2, which proposed that individuals with a better work-life balance experience higher job satisfaction, was fully corroborated by the findings. Additionally, the analysis confirmed Hypothesis 3, demonstrating that work-life balance mediates the relationship between job satisfaction and sleep quality. Furthermore, the study provided timely and relevant findings, highlighting the need for structured strategies that promote clear boundaries between work and personal life, particularly in remote and hybrid work settings. These strategies should focus on enhancing work-life balance, improving sleep quality, and fostering job satisfaction.

Date of Award	9 Jan 2025
Original language	English
Awarding Institution	Universidade Católica Portuguesa
Supervisor	Cátia Reis (Supervisor)