Work and mental health: the experience of the Quebec workforce between 1987 and 1998.

摘要: This study examines the distribution of psychological distress in twelve occupational groups over decade 1987-1998 Quebec workforce. Cross-sectional data from three phases Health and Social Survey are used with n = 9,450 1987, 10,947 1992 10,960 1998, totalling 31,357 workers aged 15 over. Occupations classified according to Canadian Socio-economic Classification Occupations. Prevalence estimates for computed logistic regression analyses conducted controlling gender, age marital status. The results show that prevalence increased sharply between 1987 declined back 1998 but still compared 1987. However, only non-qualified white collars, semi-qualified blue collars male a significant increment time. Analysis differentials gives greater odds supervisors, collar upper managers. occupations stable time, female significantly decreased phases. It appears restructuring work environment perturbations larger society promoted an increase within definite segments specific contribution occupation is limited supervisors requiring lower qualifications more at risk regarding mental health work.