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The Psychological Fallout of Men Becoming Dependents
16:47 - 51:16 (34:28)
The societal shift of providers becoming dependents has resulted in psychological challenges, particularly for men. Disability programs, veteran benefits and welfare benefits provide an alternative to working life, leading to a shift away from meaning and social connection.
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The percentage of American men without a job is staggering, fueled by the decline of blue-collar work and the rise of disability, opioids, the gig economy, and automation.
16:47 - 28:10 (11:22)
Summary
The percentage of American men without a job is staggering, fueled by the decline of blue-collar work and the rise of disability, opioids, the gig economy, and automation. Men without a job, however, are not just an American phenomenon, as countries around the world are grappling with various forms of male flight from work.
ChapterThe Psychological Fallout of Men Becoming Dependents
Episode#614 - Nicholas Eberstadt - Why Do Millions of Men Not Want to Work?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The increase in men becoming dependents in society raises questions about the psychological effects it has on them, including the lack of meaning, social connection, and sobriety.
28:10 - 43:04 (14:53)
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The increase in men becoming dependents in society raises questions about the psychological effects it has on them, including the lack of meaning, social connection, and sobriety. It is important to address the normative questions of finding meaning and purpose in life for these men.
ChapterThe Psychological Fallout of Men Becoming Dependents
Episode#614 - Nicholas Eberstadt - Why Do Millions of Men Not Want to Work?
PodcastModern Wisdom
During the early months of the pandemic, more pandemic uninsurance benefits were given out than unemployment insurance for almost a year and a half.
43:04 - 51:16 (08:11)
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During the early months of the pandemic, more pandemic uninsurance benefits were given out than unemployment insurance for almost a year and a half. As a result, there are millions of people still unemployed or sitting on the sidelines, despite the great resignation and more bargaining power for job applicants.