A Comparative Study of Life Satisfaction and Mental Health Between Male and Female Worker

Abstract

The present study investigates gender differences in life satisfaction and mental health among sugarcane workers in Beed district, Maharashtra, and examines the relationship between these two psychological variables. The sample consisted of 100 workers (50 males and 50 females) aged 18–45 years, selected through purposive sampling. Standardized tools—the Life Satisfaction Scale by Alam and Srivastava (1971) and the Mental Health Battery by Singh and Sen Gupta (2005) were administered. Statistical analysis revealed that male workers exhibited significantly higher life satisfaction and better mental health compared to female workers. Furthermore, a moderate to high positive correlation (r = 0.58, p < 0.01) was found between life satisfaction and mental health, indicating that individuals with greater satisfaction in life tend to have better psychological well-being. These findings highlight the importance of addressing gender disparities and promoting mental health initiatives to enhance workers’ overall life quality.