Gender Analysis in Mental Health Disorders: Correlating Female Labor Force Participation Rates with the Prevalence of Burnout and Depression
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https://doi.org/10.69855/promkes.v1i1.461Keywords:
Female Labor Force Participation, Occupational Burnout, Depressive Disorders, Dual-Role Conflict, Mental Health PolicyAbstract
The surge in female labor force participation in emerging economies often proceeds without a redistribution of domestic duties, creating a significant psychological burden. This study analyzes the correlation between the Female Labor Force Participation Rate (FLFPR) and the prevalence of burnout and depression within Indonesia's socioeconomic framework. Utilizing a quantitative descriptive approach with secondary data analysis, this research synthesizes metrics from the 2023-2024 National Labor Force Survey (Sakernas) and National Basic Health Research (Riskesdas), representing 54.52 million female workers across 38 provinces. Results demonstrate a robust positive correlation () between high work intensity and affective disorders, identifying dual-workload as a primary predictor. Notably, women in high-pressure sectors like finance and healthcare face a 1.8-fold higher risk of depression (95% CI: 1.56–2.12) compared to those in flexible industries. These findings suggest that current labor policies neglect gendered mental stressors, necessitating structural shifts toward integrated childcare and flexible work mandates. The study concludes that sustainable economic growth requires gender-responsive mental health frameworks. Future longitudinal research is essential to assess workplace interventions on national mental capital.
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