Work-family balance
A case analysis of coping strategies adopted by Nigerian and British working mothers
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12920649 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Toyin Adisa (0000-0001-5317-6606, Brunel University of London, corresponding author), Gbolahan Gbadamosi (0000-0002-1656-5191, Bournemouth University), Ellis L C Osabutey (0000-0003-4788-5224, Middlesex University) |
| Year | 2016 |
| Volume | 31 |
| Issue | 7 |
| Pages | 414-433 |
| Publication date | 2016-09-24 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Gender in Management An International Journal (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1754-2413 • E-ISSN: 1754-2421 |
| Publisher | Emerald Publishing Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1108/gm-01-2016-0010 |
| OpenAlex | W2521243987 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 12 |
| References cited | 36 |
Purpose Given the reality that working mothers experience difficulties in achieving work-family balance because of the social restrictions that arise from parenting combined with career goals, this paper aims to explore the various coping strategies that are used by working mothers in the cities of London (Great Britain) and Lagos (Nigeria). Design/methodology/approach Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 72 mothers who worked in banks in London (Great Britain) and Lagos (Nigeria). Thematic analysis and investigator triangulation are used. Findings The findings reveal various coping strategies used by working mothers in the cities of Lagos and London. The paper also unearths the efficiency and the shortcomings of the use of au pairs among British working mothers and the similarities and disparities in terms of such use compared to the traditional use of housekeepers in Nigeria. Originality/value This paper contributes to the existing work–family balance literature by exploring the coping strategies of working mothers because of sociocultural and institutional differences in Great Britain and Nigeria
Coping (psychology · Originality · Qualitative research · Social science · Sociocultural evolution · Sociology · Thematic analysis · Work (physics · Clinical Psychology · Emotional Labor in Professions · Engineering · Gender Diversity and Inequality · Psychology · Work-Family Balance Challenges
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| Unique citing works | 12 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 1,5 |
| Citation span | 2018 - 2025 (8) |
| Citation velocity | recent |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 12 |