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Mental health trends and sick leave in Japan
Overview
In Japan, mental and behavioral disorders have emerged as the primary driver for injury and sickness allowance claims, now accounting for 41.27% of cases. This figure marks a nearly ninefold increase from the 4.45% recorded three decades ago.
Research into these trends indicates a connection between physical activity and workforce stability. A cohort study of over 38,000 Japanese workers found that even low levels of leisure-time physical activity can significantly reduce the risk of long-term sick leave due to mental illness. Specifically, those in the ‘low activity’ group saw a 28% reduction in the risk of taking 30 days or more of leave for mental health reasons compared to inactive individuals. The study also noted that workers in highly active roles experienced a 50% reduction in risk compared to those in sedentary occupations.
Entities
Keisuke Kuwabara · World Health Organization · Mojawa · Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare · Japan
Timeline
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesJapan injury and sickness allowance claims driven by mental health
Mental and behavioral disorders now account for over 41% of injury and sickness allowance claims in Japan, a ninefold increase over 30 years. Benefits cover up to 18 months of cumulative leave.
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[HEALTH] 3 sourcesPhysical activity linked to reduced mental health sick leave in Japan
A Japanese study reveals that even low levels of leisure-time physical activity can reduce the risk of long-term sick leave due to mental illness by 28%, especially for sedentary workers and those with抑うつ.
Sources
limo.media · manetatsu.com · monomax.jp · smartmag.jp · yomidr.yomiuri.co.jp