Work and Health

Question 1

How is wok related to health?

Answer 1

Work is an important determinant of health

Question 2

Why is work an important determinant of health?

Answer 2

• Work is a source of regular income and related opportunities
• Work is a source of personal growth and training
  opportunities
• defines social identity, social status and related rewards
• gives access to social networks beyond primary groups
• influences a person’s self efficacy and self esteem

Question 3

List good things that work can provide.

Answer 3

• financial security
  ➢ paid holiday
  ➢ social protection benefits such as sick pay, maternity leave, pensions
  ➢ social status
  ➢ social relations
  ➢ self-esteem

Question 4

Describe the effort-reward imbalance model.

Answer 4

More effort is put into work than the rewards received.

Question 5

How can unemployment affect health?

Answer 5

• Financial problems
• Depression
• Worse living standards
• Lower self esteem

Question 6

How does the current economy affect work and employment?

Answer 6

• Increased job instability and unemployment
• Segmentation of labour market
• Increased competition
  (reduced social support and solidarity)
• De-standardization of work contracts