New study finds jobless workers struggling to cope with psychological stress of recession
A new study finds that the recession has left many jobless workers struggling to cope with the psychological stress caused by becoming unemployed in a weak economy.
Researchers at the John J. Heldrich Center for Workforce Development at Rutgers University said the financial strain that comes with being out of work combined with the sometimes daunting task of seeking new employment in a difficult job market has left many Americans "traumatized."
"Psychologically, it's a world of hurt out there for the jobless," Cliff Zukin, a Rutgers professor and co-author of the study, said during a conference call with reporters.
Zukin said "significant numbers" of respondents have had trouble sleeping since losing their jobs, have strained relations with family members and increased alcohol and drug dependency. Many also say they now avoid social situations.
The report released Thursday is based on a survey of 1,200 Americans who have been unemployed and looking for a job for the past 12 months. Two-thirds of respondents reported being depressed. More than half said they have borrowed money from friends or relatives. One quarter said they have skipped mortgage or rent payments.
Meanwhile, just 40 percent received unemployment insurance, and 83 percent of those who got aid said they're concerned the benefits will run out before they find a job. Half said they didn't have health insurance.
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