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Investigation and intervention of psychological factors among migrant workers in electronics enterprises in Kunshan, China

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Following the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a notable decrease in market share and production capacity, which has coincided with an increase in mental health challenges, particularly among migrant electronics workers in China. METHODS: To assess their psychological well-being, the Symptom Check list 90 Revised (SCL-90-R) was administered to 1,544 migrant electronics workers in Kunshan. Out of the respondents, 280 individuals who exhibited SCL-90-R scores exceeding the national average participated in an intervention program. This program comprised psychological counseling, peer support, and knowledge training sessions focused on effective communication with peers. RESULTS: The findings indicated that migrant workers reported higher levels of obsessive-compulsive symptoms, interpersonal sensitivity, depression, and anxiety compared to the national average. The intervention program was associated with a significant reduction in SCL-90-R scores, decreasing from 153.33 ± 20.91 to 121.9 ± 11.43(P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: The study concludes by emphasizing the importance of integrating occupational health considerations with psychological well-being in mental health interventions.

Source: BMC Public Health

DOI: 10.1186/s12889-026-27359-4