Utilizing the longitudinal SOEP data representative of the German population, we find that mental health shocks significantly decrease the willingness to take risks. We also find that mental health improvements increase the willingness to take risks significantly. Our findings are relevant for better understanding the economic decision making of the large number of individuals with mental health issues.
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Li, L., Richter, A., & Steinorth, P. (2021). Mental health changes and the willingness to take risks. GENEVA Risk and Insurance Review. https://doi.org/10.1057/s10713-021-00070-7