Question

Aaron works as a marketing associate for Media Cloud Inc. He is currently working on an important project with a tight deadline. He receives a call informing him that his father has been hospitalized after a mild heart attack. Aaron is perplexed whether to leave for the hospital immediately or meet his father after the day’s work. Which of the following best describes Aaron’s dilemma in this scenario?
Role conflict
Role strain
Burnout
Job stress

Answer 1

Answer: The following best describes Aaron’s dilemma in this scenario : Role conflict

Under the given scenario, Aaron the marketing associate has received a call informing him about his father's health. During the given period Aaron was working on an important project with a tight deadline. Therefore his is in a dilemma whether to attend his father or to complete the work which has a tight deadline. He is in a dilemma about which role should he focus and ponder upon.