February 15, 2012 at 4:39 pm
Future IBankers, Remember That Your Body Is A Temple—The Wall Street Journal reports on a study set to be published in Administrative Science Quarterly that claims insomnia, heart palpitations, eating disorders and substance abuse are among the health problems faced by young investment bankers who average 80- to 120-hour work weeks. After 6 years on the job, 60% of research subjects remained "at war" with their bodies for the sake of work, while 40% began prioritizing their health. Take from it what you will.