Discuss work in the consultation room
People who are able to continue working despite their disability or medical condition rate their quality of life higher than people who are no longer able to do so.
It’s no coincidence that the question “Can I keep working?” ranks among the top three concerns people have when they get sick.
A study by the Dutch Patient Federation shows that people who are able to continue working despite their disability (such as seeing with only one eye) or medical condition rate their quality of life significantly higher than people who are no longer working. Furthermore, they rate both their physical and mental health more highly: work provides structure, fewer financial worries, and a sense of purpose. The Dutch Patients’ Federation observes that people are generally happy when—if their illness or condition allows it—they can continue to contribute to society. That is why the question “Can I keep working?” ranks among the top three topics they are most concerned about when they are told they are ill. Fortunately, most people who see with only one eye can continue to work.
