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It is undeniable that today, capitalism has achieved significant dominance as an economic system. This leads us to face a constant and demanding need for labor production. The difficulty of balancing time off and work is due to the amount of unfinished business that always seems to continue.
With the hyper-connectivity, we are always available through apps such as WhatsApp or even with mail on our cell phones. It is difficult to draw a boundary between work and personal time, which is also a source of stress for many people.
While it is challenging to eliminate work stress, there are practical solutions to manage it better. For example: Don’t send emails or text messages outside of office hours. It is common practice to receive emails from your superiors at midnight during the week or even on weekends. 84% of stressed people say that receiving an email or message from a boss outside working hours generates a lot of stress.
Illnesses and disorders at work are due to physical, psychosocial, and organizational exposures. In particular, mental health, musculoskeletal disorders, Parkinson’s disease, and vision loss. Exposure to psychosocial factors generates psychological suffering or even professional burnout.
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In addition to stress, other diseases due to overwork are: Professional burnout. It is the physical and emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and low personal fulfillment at work. It can lead to depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. Musculoskeletal disorders. Repetitive work, forced movements, and poor posture can cause injuries and chronic pain in the back, neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, and hands.
Cardiovascular disease. Work stress is related to hypertension, high cholesterol, and increased heart attack and stroke risk. Sleep disorders. Work overload can alter sleep patterns, causing insomnia, daytime sleepiness, and chronic fatigue.
Digestive problems. Stress can cause heartburn, gastritis, ulcers, and irritable bowel syndromes. Depression and anxiety. An adverse and demanding work environment can trigger anxiety and depression.
✳️ It is important to recognize symptoms early and seek professional help when necessary to prevent further complications. A good work-life balance is vital to maintaining good health.
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