The Worker’s Woe: Work-From-Home and Alienation

The introduction of the remote work setup is a double-edged sword. While it allows workers to work at the comfort of their home and avoid the risk of being infected with the virus, the same also exposes them to distractions, work-and-life imbalance, as well as feelings of alienation. As for the latter, such prolonged conditions may lead to different health problems, such as depression, weakened immune system, and even cognitive decline.

What is alienation?

In simple terms, alienation refers to a social and psychological condition where a person feels estranged or disconnected from himself, other people, and society in general. Think of …read more