Work-related stress is somewhat natural, but when it remains chronic and unmanaged, it can lead to burnout.

What is burnout?

Burnout is characterized by deep emotional exhaustion, a sense of detachment from work, and a reduced sense of efficacy — the result of chronic work environment stress that is unmanaged.

A tired and unmotivated person in a stressful work environment

Warning signs

  • Persistent fatigue that does not improve with rest
  • Increasing cynicism or detachment from work
  • Noticeable decline in productivity and sense of efficacy
  • Physical symptoms like headaches or sleep problems
Physical and mental signs of burnout

Burnout can overlap with anxiety and depression — for more information, also read the article Depression and Sleep Disorders.

A person consulting for managing work-related stress

Summary for patients

Burnout is the result of chronic and unmanaged work stress — a recognizable and manageable condition, not merely "temporary fatigue".

Sources

  • World Health Organization (WHO) — Burn-out: An Occupational Phenomenon
  • American Psychological Association — Workplace Stress and Burnout
  • National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) — Stress at Work
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