Job burnout is a type of psychological stress characterised by lack of enthusiasm and motivation, ineffectiveness in the workplace and the feeling that one is overwhelmed and unable to meet constant demands. Occupational burnout can lead one to feel cynical and resentful. It is particularly prevalent in the helping professions with social workers, nurses, teachers, physicians, customer service representatives, and police officers being most at risk.
\nThe negative aspects of burnout may affect both home and work life. In addition, burnout can lead people to be more susceptible to illnesses such as colds and flu.<\/p>\n
Burnout may be a problem for you if you feel:<\/strong> <\/p>\n Burnout may occur gradually over a period of time.\u00a0Physical signs of burnout include:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Feeling tired and drained all the time Work-related causes of burnout include having unclear job expectations, having little recognition for good work or not experiencing a sense of control over your work. Research has revealed that having a bad job is worse than having no job at all. Apart from work related causes of burnout, there are also lifestyle causes of burnout. These include working too hard and not having enough time to relax and destress. In addition, taking on too many responsibilities and being expected to be too many things for too many people may become a problem. Poor sleep and lack of social support are often causative factors. In addition, certain personality traits are correlated with burnout. These include having an A type personality or traits such as pessimism.<\/p>\n Is burnout the same as depression?<\/strong> One of the main differences between depression and burnout is that in depression, negative thoughts and feelings are not just restricted to work but may occur in all areas of life. Symptoms that may be typical of depression include low self-esteem, hopelessness and poor energy. It is worth pointing out that burnout symptoms may put one at risk of depression. The unhappiness and depression that burnout produces could threaten your relationships, health and job.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Every day is a bad day
\n\u2022 Taking care of your work or home life feels like a waste of time
\n\u2022 You are plagued with exhaustion
\n\u2022 Tasks at work feel mind-numbingly dull or overwhelming
\n\u2022 You do not feel your work is appreciated<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Lowered immunity
\n\u2022 Frequent headaches, back pain and muscle aches
\n\u2022 Change in appetite or sleep habits<\/p>\nPsychotherapy Calgary<\/h3>\n
\nStress at work can cause physical and mental symptoms. Exhaustion is a sign of stress and not necessarily of illness. How is burnout different from other disorders such as depression? Symptoms of burnout resemble symptoms of depression. These include:
\n\u2022 Extreme exhaustion
\n\u2022 Feeling low
\n\u2022 Reduced performance at work<\/p>\n