The Second Shift (Arlie Hochschild)

"The Second Shift," by Arlie Hochschild, refers to the dual workload many working parents, especially women, face. After completing their paid job during the day, they often return home to unpaid responsibilities like childcare, housework, and household management. This additional work, called the second shift, can lead to stress, fatigue, and work-life imbalance. Hochschild's research highlights how societal expectations and gender roles contribute to this unequal division of household labor, emphasizing the challenges faced by working families in balancing professional and personal life.