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Examples of Low-Status Jobs with High Strain
Job strain is particularly common in low-status occupations that involve heavy workloads and little control over tasks or breaks. Examples of such roles include factory workers, postal clerks, supermarket cashiers, taxi drivers, short-order cooks, and nursing assistants.
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