| Literature DB >> 16060796 |
Steven P Brown1, Robert A Westbrook, Goutam Challagalla.
Abstract
The authors examined the moderating effects of coping tactics on the relationship between negative emotion and work performance. Findings indicate an adverse effect of emotion on performance; however, this effect is moderated by coping tactics. Venting (expressing one's negative feelings to others) amplified the adverse effects of negative emotion. Self-control had mixed effects: On one hand, it buffered the adverse effects of negative emotion, yet on the other hand, it had a negative direct effect on outcomes. Task focus had a positive direct effect on performance but no buffering (moderating) effect. Implications of these findings for understanding the effects of negative emotion and coping in the workplace are discussed. Copyright 2005 APA, all rights reserved.Mesh:
Year: 2005 PMID: 16060796 DOI: 10.1037/0021-9010.90.4.792
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Appl Psychol ISSN: 0021-9010