2021
DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18115951
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Gender Differences in the Quality of Life of Formal Workers

Abstract: Background: This study aimed to assess the quality of life associated with gender inequalities in formal workers and to determine the effect of sociodemographic, clinical, and behavioral factors on the quality of life (QOL). Methods: This cross-sectional study involved 1270 workers. Quality of life was measured using the EUROHIS-QOL 8-Item and assessed in terms of psychological, environmental, social, and physical domains, while demographic, socioeconomic, behavioral, and clinical variables served as explanato… Show more

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“…The finding regarding worse women’s health can be also contextualized in the light of the challenging balance between work and health, with female workers generally exposed to greater work-related stress than males, which was exacerbated during the ongoing pandemic [ 24 ]. Female workers are also more vulnerable to psychosocial risks [ 36 ] and usually report a lower quality of life [ 37 ]. They usually struggle more than their male counterparts in balancing their private lives and work, especially in the healthcare setting [ 38 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The finding regarding worse women’s health can be also contextualized in the light of the challenging balance between work and health, with female workers generally exposed to greater work-related stress than males, which was exacerbated during the ongoing pandemic [ 24 ]. Female workers are also more vulnerable to psychosocial risks [ 36 ] and usually report a lower quality of life [ 37 ]. They usually struggle more than their male counterparts in balancing their private lives and work, especially in the healthcare setting [ 38 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Thus, the BMI negatively correlated with the QoL among PT. Numerous studies revealed that a high BMI has an adverse impact on QoL compared to adults with a normal BMI ( 31 , 32 ). A meta-analysis found that high BMI is significantly correlated with lower scores in QoL, particularly in the physical and psychological health domain ( 32 ).…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The present study assessed the QoL in women working in healthcare services in Tabuk City, Saudi Arabia and its association with socio-demographic and work-related factors. The principle of QOL represents a complex conceptual framework, which includes several dimensions that reflect the individual's perception of his life (Louzado et al, 2021).…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%