What is so called discouraged workers?

Discouraged workers are individuals who are not actively looking for employment because they believe no jobs are available for them, often due to a lack of qualifications, experience, or negative perceptions about the job market. They have typically stopped searching for work after unsuccessful attempts and do not count as part of the labor force, which can lead to an understatement of unemployment rates. This phenomenon highlights underlying issues in the economy, such as insufficient job opportunities or barriers to employment.