implications of psychological research for the economy

Question 1

define economy

Answer 1

state of a country/region in terms of the production and consumption of goods and services

Question 2

what did Bowlby say in 1958 regarding the mother

Answer 2

children can only form monotropic relationship with their mother

Question 3

what were the economic implications of Bowlby’s statement

Answer 3

mother stays at home as care giver while father goes out to work

Question 4

what did later research show about the role of a mother

Answer 4

both parents are able to provide support required for healthy development

Question 5

what are the economic implications of later research into the role of a mother

Answer 5

families have more flexibility to maximise earning and contribution to the economy

Question 6

how much does absence from work cost the economy per year?

Answer 6

£15 billion a year

Question 7

what fraction of work absences are due to mental health (anxiety, depression , stress)

Answer 7

1/3

Question 8

what supports patients to return to work

Answer 8

effective treatment allows them to manage their condition and health so they can return to work