Type:	Journal Article
Title:	Exploring the literature on relationships between gender roles, intimate partner violence, occupational status, and organisational benefits
Other Titles:	Journal of interpersonal violence
Authors:	Bell, Myrtle P Moe, Angela M Pattie, Marshall Kwesiga, Eileen
Keywords:	Workplaces;Theories of violence;Economic costs
Year:	2007
Publisher:	Sage Publications
Citation:	22 (3), March 2007
Notes:	Studies of intimate partner violence (IPV) and work have been primarily conducted with women in low-wage low-status (LWLS) positions, as much of this research has focused on poverty, welfare, and homelessness. Although women in LWLS positions represent a large percentage of working women in the United States, it is also important to investigate experiences of women in high-wage high-status (HWHS) positions because a growing number of women are employed within such jobs. We propose gender role theory can be used to explain occurrences of IPV among women in HWHS positions and their utilization of organizational benefits. We suggest those in HWHS positions may be likely to have access to organizational benefits (e.g., medical, vacation, and flexible work schedules) and the ability to utilize the Family and Medical Leave Act. However, prevailing gender roles existing in organizations may render women in HWHS positions unlikely to use benefits or to take leave. [?2007 SAGE Publications. All rights reserved. For further information, visit SAGE Publications link.]
URI:	https://anrows.intersearch.com.au/anrowsjspui/handle/1/14683
ISSN:	0886-2605
Appears in Collections:	Journal Articles

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