psychology and the economy Flashcards
economy definition
the state of a country or region in terms of the production and consumption of goods and services
Bowlby’s attachment research into the role of the father
a child can only ever form a secure lasting monotropic bond with the mother which in this time childcare was seen as the mothers responsibility and the father was the provider for the family
how has research changed since Bowbly’s attachment research
the fathers role is no less valuable to the child’s upbringing than the mothers and both parents are capable of providing emotional support necessary for the child
what has updated attachment research led to
the norm in households for the mother to be high earner and work long hours and for couples to share childcare responsibilities across working hours
how has research into role of father benefited the economy
parents are better equipped to maximise income and contribute more effectively to the economy
how much does absence form work cost the economy each year
£15 billion
how any absences from work are due to mid/moderate mental health issues
1/3
how does treatment of mild/moderate mental heaalth disorders benfit the work force
allows people to return to work
how are metal disorders treated
psychotheraputic drugs such as anxiety drugs. cognitive behavoural therapy can also help individuals
how does the development for treatments fro metal disorders benefit the economy
many people with metal disorders are able to manage their condition and effectively return to work
