Psychological barriers to participation in the labor market: Evidence from rural Ghana

Key Points

• Participation in the labor market is significantly limited by psychological barriers, affecting economic opportunities.
• The study identifies key factors like societal norms and personal beliefs as barriers to employment engagement.
• Observational analysis in rural communities highlights various psychological and cultural barriers influencing labor market dynamics.
• Addressing these psychological barriers may enable increased participation in the labor market, fostering economic growth.