Overwork Linked to Increased Risk of Heart Problems, Mental Health Crisis
PARIS -โข Pushing oneself relentlessly at work isn’t just a fast track to burnout; it’s increasingly linked to serious cardiovascular issues, according to experts.โค While the pressure to succeed and the “always-on” culture have long been recognized as detrimental to mental wellbeing, emerging research highlights the significant toll excessive work demandsโ takeโค on physical health, particularly the heart.
Burnout disproportionately affects workaholics, ambitious individuals, and perfectionists, โcreating a cycle of chronic stress.โ Thisโค constant state of alert can exacerbate existing health vulnerabilities andโค contribute to โฃconditions like heart โdisease. Aidan Buffey, a researcher at the University of Limerick in Ireland, told National Geographic that chronic stress isโ worsened by lifestyle factors like poor diet and insufficient sleep. “These effects can be made worse by other lifestyle factors, โsuch as not being โable to eat a balanced diet or prioritize sleep,” Buffey stated.
Experts recommend establishing firm โคboundaries to mitigate these risks.This includes declining additional tasks when capacity is reached,prioritizing adequate sleep,disconnecting from work โcommunications outside of legal working โฃhours,and learning to delegate responsibilities. โฃ
Beyond workload management, incorporating regular moments of calm and physical activity – even gentle โexercise like walking or meditation – is crucial for regulating the nervousโข system and reducing stress. Maintaining a healthy diet is โคalso paramount. โThe core principle, experts say, is to prioritize living alongside work, rather than living for work.
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