Date of Award

Fall 11-16-2024

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Department

Psychology

First Advisor

Steven Toaddy

Abstract

This dissertation investigates the role of attachment styles in moderating the relationship between remote work and loneliness. Drawing on attachment theory, which posits that early life experiences shape attachment styles and influence social interactions, the study examines whether attachment styles (anxious, avoidant, and secure) moderate the association between remote work and feelings of loneliness. The research targets 394 remote workers, using a quantitative, cross-sectional survey design with proportional stratified sampling to reflect the distribution of hybrid and fully remote work arrangements in the U.S. workforce. The Extent of RemoteWork measure, the Three-Item Loneliness Scale, and the Adult Attachment Scale assess remote work frequency, loneliness, and attachment styles. Hierarchical multiple regression analyses were used to test the hypotheses. Results indicated a positive relationship between the extent of remote work and loneliness, but attachment styles did not significantly moderate this relationship. These findings suggest that attachment styles did not play a significant role in moderating the relationship between remote work and loneliness in this sample. This research highlights the need for further investigation into individual differences in remote work experiences, with potential implications for organizational strategies aimed at supporting employee well-being in remote-work settings.

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