The link between workaholism and metabolic health issues like diabetes.
Official title: Association between workaholism and fasting glucose/insulin, insulin sensitivity, and lipids.
Funded at East Carolina University · NIH-10351452 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how being a workaholic might affect your blood sugar and overall health, especially for those who are healthy or at risk for diabetes, and it aims to find out how things like stress and sleep can play a role in this.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R15 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | East Carolina University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Greenville, United States) |
| Project start | March 1, 2022 |
| Project end | February 28, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2022 |
| Award (this year) | $451,063 |
| NIH project number | 1R15DK128608-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10351452 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who exhibit workaholic behaviors and are either healthy or in the prediabetic range.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with established type 2 diabetes may not benefit directly from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how workaholism, characterized by an excessive preoccupation with work, may contribute to metabolic health issues such as type 2 diabetes. The study will examine the relationship between workaholism and levels of glucose, insulin, and lipids in individuals, focusing on those who are healthy or prediabetic. By analyzing factors like stress, sleep problems, and physical activity, the research aims to uncover the mechanisms through which workaholism affects metabolic outcomes. Participants will be assessed to understand how their work habits may influence their overall health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and management of metabolic health issues related to workaholism.
How similar studies have gone: While the specific link between workaholism and metabolic health is less explored, similar studies have shown that behavioral patterns can significantly impact health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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East Carolina University
Greenville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Aziz, Shahnaz — East Carolina University
- Study coordinator: Aziz, Shahnaz
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.