Role of Perceived Self-efficacy and Spousal Support in Psychological Well-being of Female Entrepreneurs

Abstract

The present study was attempted to investigate the role of perceived self-efficacy and spousal support in psychological well-being of female entrepreneurs. It was also intended to determine the moderating effect of spousal support in the relationship between perceived self-efficacy and psychological well-being. The sample comprised of 405 female entrepreneurs with age range from 22-49 years. Generalized Self-Efficacy Scale (Rehman & Rehman, 2004), Spousal Support Inventory for Workers (Malik & Khan, 2001), and Affectometer-2 (Naheed, 1997) were used to assess major constructs of the study. Results showed that perceived self-efficacy was positively associated with spousal support and psychological well-being. Similarly, spousal support was positively linked with psychological well-being. Moreover, spousal support significantly moderated the relationship between perceived self-efficacy and psychological well-being. Differences on educational groups and type of entrepreneurship reflected differential levels of perceived self-efficacy, spousal support, and psychological well-being. Future implications of the study were also discussed.