Unemployment, Poverty And Identity Flashcards
1
Q
Jordan
A
The unemployed want work in order to gain respect and regain their dignity
2
Q
What does unemployment bring
A
Shame, guilt, low self esteem, insecurity and poor mental health
3
Q
Standard of living
A
Lack basics - in debt, can’t afford birthday and Christmas presents for their children
4
Q
Who is to blame for unemployment?
A
Global recession, government policies and capitalist companies
5
Q
What happens to the unemployed?
A
They become isolated from the rest of society
6
Q
Charlesworth
A
Found they are misunderstood, devalue themselves and restrict their ambitions
- turn to anti social behaviour as a form of compensation
