Psychological symptoms and loneliness in unemployed people diagnosed with mental illnesses.

Purpose: Loneliness is a pervasive phenomenon that is linked to adverse health outcomes. Unemployed individuals with mental illnesses (UMIs) constitute a high-risk group, with substantial implications for both health and vocational (re)integration. This study aims to gain deeper insights into the relationships between psychological problems and symptoms of psychopathology and loneliness in UMIs.

Psychological problems and work ability in unemployed people diagnosed with a mental illness.

Background: Research shows that unemployed individuals are more often affected by mental illness, and that mental illness can impede an individual's work ability, creating a significant obstacle to (re)entering the workforce.

Aims: The objective of this study is to examine the relationships between psychological symptoms and work ability in unemployed individuals with mental illnesses (UMIs). This will enable us to identify the symptoms that are most relevant for future research and application.

[Mentally ill people with means-tested benefits at the job center : Diagnosis spectrum and care-First results from the LIPSY project].

Background: Although people receiving means-tested benefits are regularly taken care of at the job center, little is known about their mental health situation and mental health care.

Objective: The aim of the study was to describe the diagnostic spectrum and the functional status as well as the mental health care utilization of individuals with mental illnesses who are receiving means-tested benefits.

Methods: Mentally ill people with means-tested benefits were recruited at the job center as part of the "Leipzig Individual Placement and Support for Mentally Ill People" (LIPSY) project, where they were initially diagnosed according to ICD-10 and included in the project if they had a mental disorder.