Study Finds Remote Workers Report Higher Anxiety and Isolation, Rejects 5-Day Office Return
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Updated · NPR · Jun 8
Study Finds Remote Workers Report Higher Anxiety and Isolation, Rejects 5-Day Office Return
3 articles · Updated · NPR · Jun 8
Summary
Remote workers were found to be more socially isolated, anxious and sad than people in non-remote jobs, according to a new study on work and mental health.
Researchers said the findings point to a psychological cost of remote work, even as the arrangement remains popular with employees and employers.
A 5-day return-to-office mandate is not the solution, the study's authors said, arguing that forcing everyone back could miss the balance workers need.
The results add to the broader debate over hybrid work, suggesting employers may need policies that reduce isolation without fully abandoning flexibility.