The Effects of Work Hours on Physical and Mental Health of Late Prime Age Men and Women
Abstract
Our results show that negative returns to health outcomes set in at around 50 work hours per week, and that the negative effects of working long hours manifest earlier for women than men. Increased work hours are associated with higher incomes and better access to medical care. However, increased work hours also generate greater physical and mental stress, which may cause health problems. We examine these questions empirically with data from the...
Paper Details
Title
The Effects of Work Hours on Physical and Mental Health of Late Prime Age Men and Women
Published Date
May 22, 2019
Journal
Volume
64
Issue
2
Pages
216 - 236
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