The Hidden Cost of Stress at Work The notion that work is an American pastime has become a tired cliché, but it's one that rings particularly true for those in high pressure professions like medicine and law.
In the United States, working hours consistently outpace other developed countries, leading to poor work life balance.
A recent study sheds light on the insidious consequences of this culture: the impact of stressful and demanding occupations on birth outcomes.