Since I am doing some research and writing an essay on burnout prevention for counsellors and caregiving professionals, thought it may be useful to alert people on the signs of burnout which I believe is common across a wide range of jobs.
Burnout may be caused by prolonged stress, but it isn’t the same as too much stress. Stress occurs when there is great demand on oneself physically and psychologically. Stressed people can still imagine that they can be better when everything is under control. Burnout, on the other hand, is about not enough. Typical signs include feeling empty and lack of motivation. People experiencing burnout often don’t see any hope of positive change in their situations. ( Jaffe-Gill et al 2007 Signs and Symptoms of Burnout, Retrieved Aug 20, 2008 from Help Guide Mental Health ).
STRESS VERSUS BURNOUT
STRESS characterized by over engagement vs BURNOUT characterized by disengagement
Emotions are over-reactive vs Emotions are blunted
Produces urgency and hyperactivity vs Produces helplessness and hopelessness
Loss of energy vs Loss of motivation, ideals, and hope
Leads to anxiety disorders vs Leads to detachment and depression
Primary damage is physical vs Primary damage is emotional
May kill you prematurely vs May make life seem not worth living
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