By Tarun Sai Lomte Reviewed by Lauren Hardaker Oct 9 2025 Researchers discovered that older adults who work less than full-time, especially those who are financially comfortable, face a higher risk of depression, suggesting that less work doesn’t always mean better mental health. Study: Working hours and depression in the HEAF cohort . Image credit: Vladimir Batishchev/Shutterstock.com In a recent study published in Occupational Medicine , researchers investigated associations between