Exploring new frontiers to generate an integrated definition of workaholism
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Export citationMcMillan, L. H. W. & O’Driscoll, M. P. (2006). Exploring new frontiers to generate an integrated definition of workaholism. In R. J. Burke (Eds.), Research Companion to Working Time and Work Addiction (pp. 89-107). Cheltenham, United Kingdom: Edward Elgar Publishing Limited.
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Abstract
In general, contemporary data indicate that workaholism represents a value system about the importance of working and achieving that certainly does not meet the scientific criteria for addiction, as it is associated with a similar quality of health and relationships to that of the rest of the adult population, and generally does not worsen over time (McMilIan and O'Driscoll, 2004). Interestingly, while the majority of workaholics appear to derive high enjoyment from their work and their leisure, it is their reluctance to utilize psychological `off-buttons' that potentially makes them a challenging group for management professionals (Machlowitz, 1980).
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This article has been published in the book: Research Companion to Working Time and Work Addiction. © 2006 Ronald J. Burke. Used with permission. This material is for personal use only.