SynthesisTrauma, violence & abuse2023
The Psychological Impact of Slaughterhouse Employment: A Systematic Literature Review.
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7 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Non-International journal of molecular sciences · 2024Pooled it
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- Emergency response in overturned pig transport vehicles: Description and discussion of Danish cases from a One Welfare perspective.Animal welfare (South Mimms, England) · 2025Review
- An unbiased, sustainable, evidence-informed Universal Food Guide: a timely template for national food guides.Nutrition journal · 2024Review
- Prevalence, types and outcome of injuries among abattoir workers in Ghana.BMC research notes · 2024Article
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Abstract
The role of a slaughterhouse worker (SHW) involves the authorized killing of living beings, yet there is limited understanding of the consequences this behavior has on their well-being. The purpose of this systematic review is to collate and evaluate the current literature on the psychological impact of slaughterhouse employment. Fourteen studies met the specific a priori inclusion criteria. The findings from this review were demarcated by the focus of studies: (1) the prevalence of mental health disorders, (2) the types of coping mechanisms used, and (3) the link between slaughterhouse employment and crime perpetration. It was found that SHWs have a higher prevalence rate of mental health issues, in particular depression and anxiety, in addition to violence-supportive attitudes. Furthermore, the workers employ a variety of both adaptive and maladaptive strategies to cope with the workplace environment and associated stressors. Finally, there is some evidence that slaughterhouse work is associated with increased crime levels. The research reviewed has shown a link between slaughterhouse work and antisocial behavior generally and sexual offending specifically. There was no support for such an association with violent crimes, however. Based on existing research, we suggest future directions for research (i.e., applying more methodological rigor) but highlight key findings for practitioners and policymakers that warrant attention.
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