Demasiado bueno en el trabajo: estudio conceptual de la adicción al trabajo vs. El engagement laboral

Abstract

Objectives General: Carry out a concepts comparison to determine the similarities and differences that exist between work addiction and work engagement Specific: - Determine through the theoretical review if there are connections between both concepts and health problems among workers. - Mark out preventive actions that can be applied from de understanding of both concepts studied. Method: The study carried out is a scoping review in which scientific literature published in different parts of the world has been analyzed, trying to become a basis for future research adapted to the Latin American environment. Results: There were selected from a total of 72 sources, 20 that contributed with the objectives set through relevant information on work addiction and engagement, as well as its relation with the working population and with suggestions for intervention. Conclusion: The analyzed concepts are different in relation to well-being and discomfort in workers, as well as their health. It is necessary to carry out the intervention in a multilevel way, for this, positive organizational psychology can be a contribution that allows promoting health in companies.