An Economic Analysis of the Effect of Networks on Jobs and Mental Health in China: Patterns, Consequences and Policy Implications

We aim to investigate the economic effects of changes in networks in China. This project will use a new longitudinal panel which follows individuals and households over five years. This survey offers the opportunity of studying the link between network change, economic outcomes, and mental health in much greater detail than has been possible hitherto. The project will probe the extent to which the changes in networks affect the job and health outcomes of everyone in the sample, will identify the most vulnerable groups, and will provide policy suggestions on how to best look after those most in need.