Influence of shift work on depression disorder using big data

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of shift work of over 19 year old workers on depression and to find ways to resolve their depressive symptoms. Data from the study were analyzed using The sixth Korea National Health and Nutrition examination survey VI-2(2014). The results showed that the shift worker had 1.459 times (95% CI: 1.008-2.110) more depressed than the comparable worker. Particularly, there was a significant difference in the quality of life (OR: 2.353, 95% CI: 1.771-3.128) and subjective health status (OR: 0.290, 95% CI: 0.188-0.448). The quality of life and perception of subjective health status of shift workers were found to be related to depression. The quality of life of these shift workers and the policy approach to improve industrial safety are considered to be a way to improve the mental health of shift workers.