The well-being of working couples: A sociological study grounded Islamic values

Amer Hudhaifah Hamzah and Zaifuddin Md Rasip and Habibah@Artini Ramlie, and Muhamad Suhaimi Taat and Sakeena Zahidah Mohamed Shah Redza (2025) The well-being of working couples: A sociological study grounded Islamic values. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), 9. pp. 4295-4300. ISSN 2454-6186

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Abstract

This study examines the well-being of working couples in the Klang Valley by focusing on the clarity, involvement, and balance of dual roles, as well as their relationship with household well-being. Employing a mixed-method approach in two phases, the first phase involved an online questionnaire (N = 119), while the second comprised interviews and focus group discussions. Findings indicate that dual-role involvement and work-family balance are significantly correlated with well-being, whereas role clarity alone is insufficient. Five core components were identified—belief, moral values, communication, relational strength, and management— organized into two skill dimensions: intrapersonal and managerial. An initial review of Islamic values underscores the importance of applying knowledge through practice and achieving internal-external balance as normative guidance aligned with the natural order (sunnat al-kawn). Islamic teachings emphasise that knowledge must be accompanied by action, and that inner transformation is the foundation of outward well-being. The strength of the heart and intrapersonal values such as faith, sincerity, and responsibility serve as key determinants of marital harmony. The study also highlights that household well-being is rooted in the integrity of internal values, which subsequently shape communication, relationships, and shared life management. This study offers both empirical and spiritual foundations for the development of holistic family well-being policies, although it is limited by sample imbalances in terms of gender, socioeconomic status, and education level.

Item Type:	Article
Keyword:	Work-family balance, Intrapersonal values, Household integrity, Dual-role involvement and Family well-being
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HC Economic history and conditions > HC10-1085 Economic history and conditions > HC94-1085 By region or country H Social Sciences > HQ The family. Marriage. Woman > HQ1-2044 The Family. Marriage. Women > HQ503-1064 The family. Marriage. Home
Department:	FACULTY > Faculty of Islamic Studies
Depositing User:	JUNAINE JASNI -
Date Deposited:	10 Oct 2025 17:10
Last Modified:	10 Oct 2025 17:10
URI:	https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/45409

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