One Day of Work Per Week is Enough to Get the Mental Health Benefits of Employment

Work, even in small doses, can actually be good for our mental health.

By Lacy Schley
Jun 21, 2019 12:00 AMFeb 22, 2020 12:19 AM
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For most of us, work is, well, work. It can be stressful, and suck up a lot of our time. But despite these negatives, there are work perks other than a paycheck and standard employer benefits. Employment offers structure, social contact, physical and mental activity and it’s often a crucial part of our sense of identity — all of which can be a boon to our mental health.

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