Factors Contributing To Emotional Imbalance Among Working Women In Government And Private Educational Institutions In Ramanathapuram District: A Comparative Study Using Principal Component Analysis

Abstract

The emotional well-being of working women in educational institutions is pivotal for organizational success and employee satisfaction. This study delves into the emotional imbalances experienced by women in government and private educational institutions in Ramanathapuram District, focusing on factors such as workload, work-life balance, organizational support, and job insecurity. Through descriptive statistics, principal component analysis (PCA), and component matrices, this research offers insights into the nuanced differences in emotional imbalances between government and private sectors. Findings indicate moderate mean scores across both sectors for workload, work-life balance, and job insecurity, with slightly higher scores observed among government institution employees. While both sectors exhibit moderately high communalities across emotional imbalance factors, suggesting common underlying constructs, subtle variations may exist. The first principal component explains a substantial portion of the total variance in both sectors, indicating a shared underlying construct driving emotional imbalances. However, nuances may arise in the variance explained by subsequent components, implying subtle differences in contributing factors. The component matrix underscores strong associations between emotional imbalance factors and a single underlying dimension in both sectors, though specific factors contributing to imbalances may vary. Overall, while general patterns align, nuanced differences influenced by organizational, cultural, and contextual factors likely exist between government and private institutions. These findings contribute valuable insights for tailored interventions and policies aimed at enhancing the emotional well-being of working women in educational settings