“Can working too much cause depression?”
I am a 48 year old male. I want to know can working too much cause depression?
4 Answers
PsychiatristPsychiatrist
Yes, overworking can lead to burnout, stress, and mental fatigue, increasing the risk of depression. For more information, please contact your mental health provider or, if you are in Texas, schedule an appointment with Mid Cities Psychiatry.
Long term constant pressure stress and long work hours could precipitate depression.
"Working too much" is vague, so the question should be reworded. However, the answer would depend on the definition and the individual. It might be a cause for some individuals, but not all.
Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Yes, if it is work you don’t like
