The Social and Relational Dynamics of Absenteeism From Work: A Multilevel Review and Integration

Absenteeism from work is disruptive and expensive for organizations and may be indicative of poor work adjustment for employees. Yet, traditional individual-centric explanations for absence are inadequate, particularly given the rise of relational, team-focused, and customer-driven work designs and in growing recognition of the permeable boundary between work and nonwork. Although there has been considerable research interest in social and...