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Martin, Jack K.; Roman, Paul M. – Work and Occupations: An International Sociological Journal, 1996
Data from the National Employee Survey revealed a complex interplay of job stress, rewards, and job satisfaction influencing employees' problem drinking behavior. Satisfied workers were significantly less likely to abuse alcohol. Support was found for the spillover model indicating that work has important effects on behavior in nonwork settings.…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Alcohol Abuse, Employment Problems, Job Performance
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Leitko, Thomas A.; And Others – Work and Occupations: An International Sociological Journal, 1985
Four case studies are analyzed to demonstrate how situational and role constraints in organizations make nonparticipation the most practical adjustment for workers. Organizational settings are viewed as socializing contexts that teach workers what is expected, valued, and actually pays off. The implications of this view for other forms of worker…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Advisory Committees, Behavior Theories, Employee Attitudes