Abstract :
Achieving a balance between work and non-work life remains a significant challenge for working women, often contributing to increased levels of stress and reduced well-being. The present study aimed to examine the relationship between work–non-work life balance and perceived stress among employed women from diverse professional backgrounds. A cross-sectional survey design was employed, and data were collected from 200 working women across various institutions and occupations. The Standard Stress Scale (Gross & Seebaß, 2014) and the Work–Life Balance Scale (Brough et al., 2014) were used to assess participants’ stress levels and work–life balance, respectively. Descriptive and inferential statistical analyses were conducted to evaluate the relationships among study variables. The findings revealed a significant negative correlation between work–life balance and perceived stress, indicating that lower levels of work–life balance were associated with higher levels of perceived stress. Furthermore, a statistically significant difference in stress levels was observed across marital status groups (F = 3.61, p < .05). Additionally, the number of family members was found to be negatively associated with work–life balance (r = ?.19, p < .01), suggesting that larger family size may present additional challenges in maintaining a satisfactory balance between work and personal life. These findings highlight the importance of promoting effective work–life balance strategies to reduce stress and enhance the well-being of working women. The study contributes to the growing body of literature on occupational health and provides practical implications for organizations and policymakers seeking to support female employees.