Bupa: Women more worried about credit crunch

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Bupa: Women more worried about credit crunch

Thu 13th Nov 2008

Women are suffering more from stress as a result of credit crunch-driven financial difficulties than men, according to research released today.

The study, conducted by health insurance provider Bupa, showed that nearly half (49 per cent) of women feel increasingly stressed at work and 57 per cent fear for their finances.

By contrast, less than 50 per cent of the men surveyed were worried about their personal finances and one-third said they felt a credit crunch-induced increase in stress at work.

Dr Paula Franklin, deputy medical director for Bupa UK Health Insurance, said that eating a healthy diet, cutting down on alcohol and taking regular exercise could all help to relieve stress.

She said: "Women are certainly bearing the brunt of Britain's stress.

"At turbulent times like these, when stress levels are soaring, looking after your health and wellbeing must be a priority."

Bupa, which was founded in 1947, provides health insurance as well as health advice to help combat stress.

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