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[Workaholism--hazardous effect of excessive work involvement].
1Instytut Psychologii, Uniwersytet Łódzki, Lódź. bdudek@uni.lodz.pl
Medycyna Pracy
|October 14, 2008
Summary
Workaholism, defined as job addiction, is initially praised by employers but proves hazardous to employees and organizations long-term. Understanding its psychological and social factors requires more empirical research.
Area of Science:
- Organizational Psychology
- Occupational Health
Context:
- Workaholism is increasingly prevalent, influenced by modern workplace conditions.
- Existing definitions of workaholism lack consensus.
- Employer's positive initial perception of excessive work involvement masks long-term risks.
Purpose:
- To define workaholism as a job addiction with excessive work involvement.
- To highlight the detrimental effects of workaholism on employees and organizations.
- To underscore the need for empirical research on workaholism's development.
Summary:
- Workaholism is characterized by job addiction and excessive work involvement.
- While initially viewed positively by employers, it poses significant risks.
- Current understanding in Poland is insufficient due to limited empirical studies on psychological and social determinants.
Impact:
- Workaholism poses a threat to both individual well-being and organizational health.
- Addressing workaholism requires a deeper theoretical and empirical understanding.
- Further research is crucial to develop effective coping strategies and interventions.
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