Stress, health and quality of life of female migrant domestic workers in Singapore: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is a global increase in migrant workers. In Singapore, there are over 230,000 migrant domestic workers (MDWs). Female MDWs may experience high levels of stress and social isolation, which may negatively impact on their health and quality of life. There have also been documented cases of abuse and exploitation. However, there is a lack of empirical research with this population. This study aimed to investigate factors impacting on the health and quality of life of female MDWs in Singapore, including socio-demographic and job related characteristics, stress, social isolation, and working management style.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was carried out with 182 female MDWs in Singapore. The survey examined health and quality of life (WHOQoL-Bréf), social conn

SUBMITTER: Anjara SG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5634837 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature