Abstract
Family problems slow down a person’s ability to concentrate at work. This problem is commonly seen among working women. Therefore, this study focuses on working. The PERMA model of well-being is used as a mediator to explain how good psychological well-being can help reduce mental distraction. The research focus is on understanding how family duties disturb work involvement and how well-being helps women handle these pressures and support a sustainable work environment. The findings are supported by the Conservation of Resources(COR) theory and the broaden-andbuild model, which explain how stress reduces personal resources and how positive emotions help build them. The quantitative method was used and information was collected from 596 working women through an online questionnaire. The results show that family-work conflict has a strong effect on cognitive absenteeism [β = 0.359]. Although all PERMA dimensions showed partial mediation. Only engagement and accomplishment were statistically significant, while meaning was not. The findings help in creating a sustainable work environment because they relate to Sustainable Development Goals 3 and 8. They show that improving employee well-being and supporting work–life balance can reduce cognitive absenteeism. The study also provides practical suggestions for professionals and organizations to improve sustainability.
Keywords: Cognitive Absenteeism, Decent Work, Family-work Conflict, Sustainable Work Environments, Wellbeing.