| Value | Category |
|---|---|
| 1 | Laid off/contract ended |
| 2 | Dismissed |
| 3 | Retired |
| 4 | Low pay |
| 5 | Business/activity closed |
| 6 | Technological changes |
| 7 | Started a new job |
| 8 | Long working hours with low pay |
| 9 | Returned to school |
| 10 | Restricted by spouse |
| 11 | Got married |
| 12 | Moved to another area |
| 13 | Illness |
| 14 | Disaster |
| 15 | Other (specify) |