Effects of depression on employment and social outcomes: a Mendelian randomisation study

Conclusions
Depression liability appears to cause increased non-employment, particularly by increasing disability. There was little evidence of depression affecting early retirement, hours worked or household income, but power was low. Effective treatment of depression might have important economic benefits to individuals and society.

Source: Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health - May 10, 2022 Category: Epidemiology Authors: Campbell, D., Green, M. J., Davies, N., Demou, E., Howe, L. D., Harrison, S., Smith, D. J., Howard, D. M., McIntosh, A. M., Munafo, M., Katikireddi, S. V. Tags: Open access Original research Source Type: research