The Health Impact of Child Labor in Developing Countries: Evidence From Cross-Country Data

Roggero, Paola; Mangiaterra, Viviana; Bustreo, Flavia; Rosati, Furio Camillo

doi:10.2105/ajph.2005.066829

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“…Roggero et al 19 analyzed cross-sectional data from 83 countries gathered in different databases to investigate the health effects of child labor. The authors showed a significant relationship between indicators of population health (adolescent mortality, nutritional level, and infectious diseases) and child labor, indicating the need for longitudinal studies to investigate the short and long-term health effects of child labor.…”

Section: Há Escassez De Evidências Quanto Ao Impacto Do Trabalho Infamentioning

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Trends in child labor and the impact on health in adulthood in Brazil from 1998 to 2008

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There is little evidence in Brazil on the impact of child labor on health status in adulthood. This study aimed to investigate trends in child labor in Brazil and estimate the long-term effects of child labor on the health of Brazilian adults, using nationally representative databases (Brazilian National Household Sample Survey) from three different years (1998, 2003, and 2008). The models were based on a two-stage linear equation and Generalized Method of Moments (GMM). The results suggest that child labor has declined in Brazil, although the data still show patterns of early entry into the country’s labor market. Regardless of the type of work, child labor adversely affected health outcomes in adulthood, both directly (impacts on health outcomes) and indirectly (losses in educational attainment). Child labor places a long-term burden on Brazilians, jeopardizing the formation of human capital through negative impacts on health outcomes in adulthood.

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Section: Há Escassez De Evidências Quanto Ao Impacto Do Trabalho Infamentioning

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Trends in child labor and the impact on health in adulthood in Brazil from 1998 to 2008

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“…Such data is important for a variety of reasons; to begin with, child labor has been found to have a negative impact on children's development 6 as well as on health during childhood, adolescence and adulthood. [6][7][8] Moreover, child labor is recognized as a violation of children's rights and can imply immediate and serious danger to children's safety as well as curtail their education. 4,9 Although the relationship between child labor and education is complex, child labor is often associated with inadequate educational opportunities and attainment; 7,8 in Latin America child labor has been found to result in lower test scores in mathematics and language.…”

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“…[6][7][8] Moreover, child labor is recognized as a violation of children's rights and can imply immediate and serious danger to children's safety as well as curtail their education. 4,9 Although the relationship between child labor and education is complex, child labor is often associated with inadequate educational opportunities and attainment; 7,8 in Latin America child labor has been found to result in lower test scores in mathematics and language. 10 In the specific case of children with a functioning difficulty or disability, they have fewer possibilities of starting or staying in school as compared to those without such difficulties or disability.…”

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“…1 The issue of educational enrollment and attainment is of utmost importance given that research has found a causal impact of education on health and mortality. 11 Since both lack of school enrollment and poverty are associated with child labor, 7 there are worrisome indications of a vicious cycle of limited education and poverty for those who do child labor, perhaps especially for children who have a functioning difficulty or disability. 5 Given the above, research exploring these relationships and associations are needed in order to position the issue of child labor (specifically among children with functioning difficulties or disabilities, and also among children in general) in the national and international political agenda and for developing related evidencebased policies (including laws and social programs).…”

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Child labor and severe functioning difficulties and disability in Mexican children and adolescents 5-17 years of age

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Objective. To describe the characteristics of Mexican children and adolescents 5-17 years with severe functioning difficulties and disability and explore their participation in child labor. Materials and methods. Using data from the National Survey of Boys, Girls and Women in Mexico 2015 we estimated prevalence of functioning difficulties and disability and used logistic regression to explore the association between this condition and child labor. Results. While 11.2% of Mexicans 5-17 years-old has severe functioning difficulties or disability, 13.4% work. The functioning difficulty and disability domains with the highest prevalence are experiencing anxiety (5.4%) and depression (1.5%) daily. Children and adolescents with severe functioning difficulties and disability are 70% more likely to do child labor [OR=1.7, 95%CI:1.2,2.4]. Educational lag doubles the likelihood of doing child labor [OR=2.2, 95%CI:1.5,3.3]. Conclusions. Guaranteeing educational opportunities and respect for the rights of children with severe functioning difficulties and disability is essential to achieve development of their full potential.

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“…Child labor works against human rights and investment in human development, against the provision of decent work and against the reduction of poverty (International programme on the elimination of child labor (IPEC) 2002). Also child labor is an important global issue associated with poverty, inadequate educational opportunities, gender inequality and a range of health risks (Reggero et al, 2007).…”

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Impact of child labor in stone quarries on his health status in El- Minia city

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El-Ghany²,

Moftah³

et al. 2016

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Background: Child labor today represents the largest single cause of child abuse across the global. Most of it takes place in economically less developed countries and much is hidden. Objectives: The aims of this study were to found out the nature and impact of child labor in the stone quarries on his health status and assess the work hazards associated with these concern. Methods Design: A descriptive comparative design was used .Setting: at stone quarries in El-Minia city and two Governmental schools (primary and preparatory). Sample: Study consisted sample of two groups: two hundred working children (studied group) and three hundred school children as control group. Tools: Three tools were developed and utilized. Socio-demographic characteristics, assessment sheet, and Observation check list. Results: It was found that the mean age studied group was 13.0± 1.2, compared to 12.0± 1.2for control group. More than half of studied group of studied group were working for the need to money and to share in family income. About two third of studied group exposed to different types of injuries during work in quarry. There was statistical significant difference between studied and control group groups regarding body mass index physical assessment and bad habits. Also the results of this study explored that most of studied group exposed to all items of work hazards. Conclusion: It can be concluded that almost all working children in stone quarries were facing much health complains and working hazards. Recommendations: Quarries owners should provide all working children with appropriate protective measures and trained them on methods of protecting themselves from work hazards.

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The Health Impact of Child Labor in Developing Countries: Evidence From Cross-Country Data

Abstract: Longitudinal studies are required to understand the short- and long-term health effects of child labor on the individual child.

Cited by 74 publications

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Trends in child labor and the impact on health in adulthood in Brazil from 1998 to 2008

Trends in child labor and the impact on health in adulthood in Brazil from 1998 to 2008

Child labor and severe functioning difficulties and disability in Mexican children and adolescents 5-17 years of age

Impact of child labor in stone quarries on his health status in El- Minia city

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