Do you feel like your work is getting the better of you lately; making you feel mentally and emotionally fatigued all the time? Chances are you may be experiencing a burnout. As per the 11th edition of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11), burnout is a syndrome that is a result of chronic workplace stress which has not been managed effectively. It is commonly characterized by 3 prominent dimensions: (a) low energy levels or exhaustion, (b) increased negative feelings or cynicism towards one’s job; and (c) Lack of productivity and a sense of ineffectiveness (World Health Organization, 2022.).
The Causes and Consequences of Workplace Burnouts
There are numerous identifiable causes for employees to be experiencing a burnout in the current workplace settings. Some of these include- excessive workloads, unfair or discriminatory work environments, lack of job clarity, lack of decision making power in work related matters and little to no recognition for one’s achievements (American Psychological Association, 2023). Chronic and...
