Comparison of the effectiveness of coping with job stress training with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on perception of work-family conflict and life satisfaction of employed retirees

Retirement is a stage in life in which retirees are less satisfied with their retirement. It is essential to study the issues of the post-retirement period and the role of their re-employment on mental and physical health. Therefore, the present study aimed to compare the effectiveness of coping with job stress training with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on the perception of work-family conflict and the life satisfaction of employed retirees.

The study is quasi-experimental with three groups and three stages. The statistical population was all retirees aged 45 to 65 who were members of Isfahan Retirement Centers in the winter of 1400. Using convenience sampling, 45 persons were selected and randomly assigned to three groups. The work-family conflict (Carlson et al., 2000) and the life satisfaction questionnaires (Diener et al., 1985) were used to collect data. Data were analyzed by analysis of covariance and SPSS 24 software.  

The results showed a significant difference in the work-family conflict in the post-test stage between the experimental and control groups (p <0.05). In the follow-up stage, there is a significant difference only between the coping with job stress group and the control group. Moreover, there is a significant difference in life satisfaction between the experimental and control groups in the post-test and follow-up stages (p <0.05). The results of Bonferroni’s post hoc test showed that the effect of coping with job stress training is more significant than mindfulness-based cognitive therapy.

The study provides empirical support for both training to reduce work-family conflict and increase life satisfaction in employed retirees. According to Bonferroni’s post hoc test results, coping with job stress training is recommended.