Workaholics acknowledge their unsustainable way of working

The brain can become addicted to productivity just as it can to other addiction sources, such as drugs, gambling, or shopping.

As with all addictions, the desire for the stimulant continues to increase while withdrawal symptoms include increased anxiety, depression, and fe...

At the root of obsession with productivity is a fear of wasting time. Everything is seen as either productive or unproductive.

Buying groceries is seen as productive because you have to eat, while a hobby is viewed as unproductive. Productivity junkies are overly focu...

What makes addiction to productivity complicated is that society tends to reward it - the more you work, the better. A workaholic might be earning a lot of money, but in the long run, the detrimental effects outweigh the short-term benefits.

Addiction affects the brain's r...

• Limit the amount of time spent on an individual task to 45 minutes. To create higher quality output, don't allow interruptions.
• Create a 'not-to-do list' to avoid over-scheduling.
• Take five minutes at least five times a day to stop completely. Go for a walk outside.
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