In South Korea, the plight of the elderly, particularly those with disabilities, is becoming increasingly dire. With a staggering unemployment rate four times higher than their non-disabled counterparts and a poverty rate that is three times the OECD average, the elderly population is facing a crisis that demands immediate attention. The reliance on labor for survival, coupled with inadequate pension systems, underscores a systemic failure that leaves many vulnerable. The statistics reveal a grim reality: 31.

Recent findings from Ulsan reveal a stark gender gap in work-life balance, highlighting significant disparities in employment rates, work hours, and stress levels between men and women. According to the Southeast Regional Statistics Office, the employment rate for men stands at 70.2%, while for women, it is only 48.6%. This 21.6 percentage point difference underscores the ongoing challenges women face in achieving equal participation in the workforce. Moreover, the data indicates that men work longer hours on average, clocking in 7 hours and 20 minutes on weekdays compared to womens 5 hours and 52 minutes.

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