Income instability is a defining aspect of the lives of the poor, who also disproportionately suffer from poor mental and physical health. This research is the first to assess the causal effects of predictable and unpredictable income instability on the psychological and physical health of the poor. It will advance the scientific knowledge on the effects of economic instability as well as understanding of health gaps across populations.
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Depression
Timeframe: The measurement will be taken at endline (after 6 2-week periods of intervention). Respondents will be asked to evaluate each item over the last 10 days.
Anxiety
Timeframe: The measurement will be taken at endline (after 6 2-week periods of intervention). Respondents will be asked to evaluate each item over the last 10 days.
Dietary Diversity
Timeframe: The measurement will be taken at endline (after 6 2-week periods of intervention). Respondents will be asked to evaluate each item over the last ten days.
Blood Pressure
Timeframe: The measurement will be taken at endline (after 6 2-week periods of intervention).