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Mental Health and Work Flexibility: A Review of Psychological Studies on Gig Workers and Remote Work

Author(s) Cherukuri Swarna Latha
Country India
Abstract The rapid expansion of digital technologies and platform-based employment has transformed the traditional structure of work across the world. Flexible work arrangements such as work-from-home and gig employment have become increasingly common, particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic. While these forms of work offer autonomy, flexibility, and opportunities for income generation, they also raise important psychological concerns related to workers’ mental health and well-being. The present review paper examines existing psychological studies on the relationship between work flexibility, gig employment, and mental health outcomes. The review highlights key themes emerging from the literature, including job insecurity, work–life balance, financial instability, social isolation, and technological stress. Studies conducted in India indicate that gig workers frequently experience uncertainty in income and limited social security, which may lead to anxiety and psychological distress. Similarly, remote workers may benefit from flexible schedules but often face challenges such as blurred boundaries between personal and professional life and reduced social interaction. The review also identifies significant research gaps, particularly the limited psychological research focusing on gig workers in developing regions and semi-urban contexts. The paper emphasises the need for supportive organisational practices, mental health interventions, and appropriate labour regulations to safeguard worker well-being in the evolving digital labour market.
Keywords Mental health, gig economy, remote work, work flexibility, psychological well-being.
Field Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In Volume 8, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On 2026-03-10
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