Unmet Expectations About Work at Age 62 and Depressive Symptoms.

Leah R Abrams Philippa J ClarkeNeil K Mehta

Published in: The journals of gerontology. Series B, Psychological sciences and social sciences (2021)

Unlike working longer than expected, unexpectedly not working at 62 was associated with depressive symptoms, even after accounting for health declines. Public and employer policies should assist workers in remaining in the labor force as long as planned and offer mental health supports for unexpected work exits.

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