The term workaholism was first coined in the late 60s by renowned psychologist and self-diagnosed workaholic Wayne Oates. Since then, researchers have attempted to define what workaholism is and how it affects your health and well-being. As of now, experts estimate that between 10 and 25 percent of U.S. adults are affected by workaholism.
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But this isn’t just about clocking long hours in the office or burning the midnight oil on the weekends. Workaholism is an inability to stop obsessing about work, or a compulsion to work when you have agreed to spend your time elsewhere—with family, for example. This compulsive behavior has drastic effects including sleep, memory and digestive issues; increased chance of heart-related issues and Type II diabetes. If you feel your work could be affecting your personal life, take this quiz to see where you stand.
