Jong, Lotte, LJ de (2023) Changes in daily self-esteem in response to negative task-related events: Neuroticism as a moderator. Bachelor thesis, Psychology.
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Abstract
The goal of the present study was to investigate the relationship between negative task-related work events and daily self-esteem with Hypothesis 1 stating that negative task-related work events have a negative influence on daily self-esteem in employees. Furthermore, we investigated whether the personality trait neuroticism influences this relationship where the relationship is strengthened in people with high levels of neuroticism. Based on the Stress as Offense to Self theory, failing to attain a goal at work, might instigate individuals to evaluate themselves as incompetent with consequently a decrease in self-esteem. Negative task-related work events can be seen as goal failure and we therefore expect a negative relationship with self-esteem. People high on neuroticism have a tendency to experience more frequent and intense increases in negative affect in daily life. We therefore expect neuroticism to strengthen the relationship between negative task-related work events and daily self-esteem. The study was conducted online and consisted of two parts: a one-time baseline questionnaire with questions about personal background, personal characteristics, work conditions and well- being, and a series of daily questionnaires on 10 consecutive workdays. Ninety six working individuals participated in the study. To investigate the main effect and interaction effects, we used a multiple hierarchical regression analysis. No relationship was found between negative work events and self-esteem. Neuroticism also did not alter the relationship. More research on the topic is needed to make any practical implications.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Bachelor) |
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| Supervisor name: | Schmitt, A. |
| Degree programme: | Psychology |
| Differentiation route: | None [Bachelor Psychology] |
| Date Deposited: | 25 Jul 2023 08:58 |
| Last Modified: | 25 Jul 2023 08:58 |
| URI: | http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/2608 |
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