Work Addiction Predictors and Adverse Psychological Effects

Workaholism negatively impacts individuals' personal and social well-being. This study examined predictors of workaholism and differences between work-addicted and non-addicted managers and entrepreneurs using eight psychological measures. Of 200 participants, 29% were classified as workaholics based on the Bergen Work Addiction Scale (BWAS). Workaholics differed significantly from non-addicted individuals on all psychological measures, with poorer physical and mental health and sleep quality. The findings suggest that using tools like the BWAS can aid in identifying workaholism and guiding prevention efforts by addressing its predictors.