Exploring Theoretical Linkages Between Gender Role Expectations, Self-Efficacy, and Workplace Well-Being.

Abstract

The research examines the relationship between gender role expectations and employee well-being through their impact on self-confidence and belief in personal abilities. The framework uses Social Cognitive Theory along with Gender Schema Theory, Role Theory, and the PERMA+4 model to explain how workplace culture interacts with personal psychology to produce gendered experiences. The model shows how social norms affect personal beliefs and drive motivation, work performance, and growth through academic research combined with observational insights. This article brings together cultural viewpoints, especially from Indian workplace contexts. This article presents advanced knowledge about employee welfare and provides valuable information for researchers, teachers, and HR professionals.