Positive effects of covid-19 and social determinants of health: All in it together?

Sarah E. Hill, Sharon Friel, Jeff Collin

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    Abstract

    Child labour can deprive children of the right to a normal childhood and impair their productivity and earning capacity in later life. The relationship between child labour and cognitive development is central to these effects but has not yet been a focus of empirical research. Using panel data from Ethiopia and applying an instrumental variables estimator, we find a strong association of cognitive development with the amount of time previously spent by children on income-generating work, and with the amount of time spent on household chores. Existing levels of child labour in Ethiopia are thus demonstrably harmful.
    Original languageEnglish
    Article numberm1785
    JournalThe BMJ
    Volume370
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 3 Jul 2020

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