Department
Psychology
Document Type
Poster
Abstract
Role overload is the perception of having inadequate time or energy resources to fulfill the demands of the individual from singular or multiple roles (Duxbury & Stevenson, 2018). Research indicates that those experiencing role overload also suffer from somatic symptoms, such as pain and fatigue (Ahn & Logan, 2022), increased emotional stress and burnout (Azmi et al., 2024), and exacerbation of existing issues within the roles of the individual (Duxbury & Stevenson, 2017). The present study examines the relationships among gratitude, role overload, and social support–with social support being divided into two sectors: instrumental and emotional. Specifically, we explore how varying degrees of social support can increase or decrease role overload, and if trait levels of gratitude help moderate the relationship between each variable. The purpose of the current study seeks to establish the moderating effects of gratitude in the relationship between social support and role overload in students at Metro State.
Publication Date
Spring 4-9-2026
Recommended Citation
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Flores, Angela and Hernandez, Dulce, "The Moderating Effects of Gratitude on Social Support & Role Overload" (2026). Student Scholarship. 52.
https://metroworks.metrostate.edu/student-scholarship/52
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Comments
Spring 2026: Student Research Conference
Audience Choice Award - Dulce Hernandez