Non-Work Factors Affecting Workers' Mental Health
Author Information
Author(s): Beauregard Nancy, Marchand Alain, Blanc Marie-Eve
Primary Institution: University of Montreal
Hypothesis
What is the nature of the causal association between non-work determinants and workers' mental health, once the concomitant contribution of work determinants is accounted for?
Conclusion
Non-work determinants are important for predicting workers' mental health, but more longitudinal studies are needed to understand their effects better.
Supporting Evidence
- Seven out of thirteen studies were of relatively high methodological quality.
- Moderate strength evidence supports a causal association between social support and workers' mental health.
- Non-work determinants are largely underinvestigated in relation to workers' mental health.
Takeaway
This study looked at how things outside of work, like family and friends, can affect how workers feel mentally. It found that these factors matter, but we need to study them more.
Methodology
A systematic review of longitudinal studies examining both work and non-work determinants of workers' mental health.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the exclusion of clinical subjects and the reliance on studies with varying methodological quality.
Limitations
The review was limited to English and French publications and excluded grey literature, which may have led to significant omissions.
Participant Demographics
Studies included working-age adults from Europe and North America.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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