Inplications Of Psychological Research For The Economy Flashcards
What is the Economy
The state of a country or region in terms of the production and consumption of goods and services
Bowlby - Attachment Research into the Role of the Father
Firstly suggested that a child can only ever form a secure and lasting monotropic bond with its mother
More recent research suggests that both parents are equally capable of providing the emotional support necessary for healthy psychological development
May promote more flexible working arrangements within the family
Modern parents are better equipped to maximise their income and contribute more effectively to the economy
Development of Treatments for Mental Disorders
Government report revealed that 1/3 of all absences are caused by mild to moderate mental health disorders (Telegraph 2014)
Psychological research into causes and treatments of mental disorders has an important role in supporting a healthy workforce
Allows people with mental disorders to manage their condition effectively and return to work
