Mental and Physical Wellbeing of Carer–Employees in Canada
Author Information
Author(s): Peng Ito
Primary Institution: University of Toronto
Hypothesis
What are the social, economic, and health impacts of unpaid caregiving on carer-employees in Canada?
Conclusion
The study found mixed results regarding the health and well-being of carer-employees compared to non-carer employees.
Supporting Evidence
- Carer-employees rated their health status slightly higher than non-employed caregivers.
- Women caregivers reported worse health outcomes compared to men.
- Caregivers providing more hours of care experienced higher levels of stress and depression.
Takeaway
Many people in Canada take care of their family members while also working, and this can affect their health in different ways.
Methodology
A national online survey of unpaid caregivers for older adults was conducted in Canada in 2022.
Potential Biases
The sample was slightly biased toward urban participants and English-speaking individuals.
Limitations
The study is limited by a lack of data disaggregation and regression analyses, and it relies on self-reported health status.
Participant Demographics
The median age of caregivers was 58, with a gender distribution of 60% women and 40% men.
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