Effects of the shorter workweek on selected satisfaction and performance measures

Abstract

Studied effects of the 4-day, 40-hr workweek by comparing 104 experimental and 106 control Ss (members of the steelworkers' union) on measures of job satisfaction, anxiety-stress, and performance over a 13-mo period. The analysis indicated that the workers in the 4-day, 40-hr division were more satisfied with personal worth, social affiliation, job security, and pay; experienced less anxiety-stress; and performed better with regard to productivity than their control group (5-day, 40-hr) counterparts. (15 ref) (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved)