Depressive and anxiety symptoms among housemaidsAmerican Journal of Industrial Medicine

By:
Eliane Cardoso Sales, Vilma S. Santana
Date:
  • Article Title: Depressive and anxiety symptoms among housemaids
  • Title of Journal: American Journal of Industrial Medicine
  • Vol #: 44
  • Issue #: 6

Background:
Housemaid, the most common occupation in the female labor force in Brazil, is known to be targeted by a generalized racial and job discrimination, which can generate mental suffering such as depressive and anxiety symptoms. In this cross-sectional study, the association between being a maid and having depressive and anxiety symptoms was evaluated.

Informal Economy Theme
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