What is it about?
This study examines how unemployment during the COVID-19 pandemic affected mental health, quality of life, and labour market outcomes in Nigeria. It compares individuals who lost jobs with those who remained employed, showing how economic shocks during the pandemic translated into psychological stress and reduced well-being, which in turn influenced people’s chances of returning to work.
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Why is it important?
The COVID-19 pandemic created widespread job losses, but its effects went beyond income loss to mental health challenges and lower quality of life, which can make it harder for people to re-enter the labour market. Understanding these connections is important for policymakers because recovery strategies should not focus only on job creation, but also include mental health support and social protection to improve overall well-being and productivity.
Perspectives
The study suggests that policymakers should integrate mental health services into employment and social protection programmes. Future research can explore long-term effects, gender differences, and how targeted interventions can improve both well-being and labour market outcomes in developing countries.
Uche Abamba Osakede
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This page is a summary of: Unemployment during the COVID-19 pandemic: mental health, quality of life and labour market outcome in Nigeria, A Life in the Day, May 2024, Emerald,
DOI: 10.1108/mhsi-01-2024-0007.
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