Work, Gender Roles and Female Workers in Bangladesh

What is it about?

A large number of women are working the ready garment industry leaving their children. We have found that work stress and separation from children effect their mental health. These women have very limited access to health care service.

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Why is it important?

Our findings suggest that integrated approach needs to be taken to address the mental health problem of these women who contribute significantly to the development of the Bangladesh economy.