Are you over 50? Working from home may not be the best idea

While working remotely has its benefits, there are potential downsides that can affect older employees in particular.

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Social isolation can hit older adults harder than we might think. And guess what? It often brings along some unwanted guests— depression and anxiety.

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Impact on activity levels

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Technology divide

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Older adults embracing remote work may struggle to establish clear boundaries between their professional and personal lives.

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Are you over 50? Working from home may not be the best idea

While working remotely has its benefits, there are potential downsides that can affect older employees in particular.

Social isolation can hit older adults harder than we might think. And guess what? It often brings along some unwanted guests— depression and anxiety.

Isolation

Impact on activity levels

The absence of a structured office environment and no more daily commutes can result in decreased physical activity levels.

Technology divide

This unfamiliarity with technology can breed stress and frustration, especially when handling virtual meetings and communication platforms.

Older adults embracing remote work may struggle to establish clear boundaries between their professional and personal lives.

Lack of work-life balance

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