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Democratic cooperatives as a solution to anxiety and depression at work
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The implementation of democratic cooperatives in the workplace can help alleviate depression and anxiety among workers since it provides a system of accountability between the boss and employees and grants control to the workers. Several individuals recounted leaving their previous jobs due to feeling depressed and anxious only to find relief through working in a democratic cooperative environment.
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Democratic cooperatives, where the boss is accountable to the employees, can greatly improve mental health by allowing workers to control their workplace and use their intelligence freely, according to Professor Marmot's research.
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Summary
Democratic cooperatives, where the boss is accountable to the employees, can greatly improve mental health by allowing workers to control their workplace and use their intelligence freely, according to Professor Marmot's research. Many workers in these cooperatives have reported being less depressed and anxious compared to their previous job experiences.