Why unhappy workers drink more, smoke and eat fast food

As if you needed to be told... but being in a job that you don't like can really have an effect on your life outside of work. More incentive to make sure you don't get stuck in job that makes you miserable. This article from GMTV this morning... explains the risks

Workers are twice as likely to have sex with their partner, smoke and drink less, and avoid fast food if they have a good day in the office, according to a new report today.Two-thirds of parents spend quality time with their children after an enjoyable day at work, a survey of more than 400 workers by online recruiters jobsite.co.uk also found. Researchers questioned commuters at 20 railway stations across Britain and found people were healthier and less stressed if they enjoyed their job.One in three of those polled admitted they turned to drink after a bad day at work, while more than one in 10 smoked more. Around half the workers said they have a bad day in the office at least once a week, with many admitting it had a negative impact on their health and home life. Consider your options

Cheryl Morgan, Jobsite's career counsellor, said: "Most jobs bring with them their own stresses and strains but this experiment really hits home the impact of having a good and bad day at work." Close to a quarter of UK workers are currently unhappy with their current job, and we are urging people to make sure they are happy at work because there are repercussions on their diet, well-being and happiness.

"There is always a job right for you. If a good day at work is a rarity and a bad day is happening all too often, it's time to take some action."We spend the majority of our time at work and being in a job where you're unhappy will negatively affect the limited spare time that you do get. There's a job out there that deserves you more."

Psychologist David Moxon, who was part of the research team, said: "Unhappiness at work can have a huge impact on your home life and there is evidence to suggest that ongoing unhappiness at work can be detrimental to both the physical and mental health and well-being of workers."Anyone who is currently unhappy should think about their options and consider changing jobs to improve their happiness, health and well-being."