One Health Advantage of Work Autonomy and Control May be Less Risk of Dying
Small Business Labs
JUNE 11, 2020
Independent workers (freelancers, gig workers, independent contractors, etc.) consistently report a major benefit of being independent is the work flexibility, autonomy, and control it provides. It turns out having work flexibility, autonomy, and control may also mean you are at less risk of dying. According to a recent study published in the Journal of Psychology , limited work autonomy and control can lead to mental health problems and an increased risk of death.
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