Understanding consequences of workaholism: mechanisms, boundary conditions, and cross-level effects

Although research on workaholism has made significant progress in recent years, there is a critical need and broad opportunities for increased development in this area of important research. The purpose of this symposium is to advance research on consequences of workaholism by presenting five empirical studies that investigate how and when workaholism exerts adverse influences on individual outcomes. The symposium offers theoretical and practical implications for how to effectively understand the consequences of workaholism by examining cross-level effects, boundary conditions, and underlying mechanisms. The studies presented in this symposium should guide and encourage researchers to utilize experience sampling and longitudinal data collection methodologies, as well as inductive interview-based data to advance current understanding. Following the presentation of the studies, a discussion will be initiated regarding the issues raised in the symposium. Senior members from each author team will facilitate discussion on future research of workaholism and solicit comments from the audience.