BURNOUT

A state of emotional, physical and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged work-related stress. This syndrome often occurs in people who are exposed to high work demands, long-term work overload and lack of rest and support.

Symptoms of burnout syndrome include:

• Exhaustion: You feel tired all the time and have no energy, even after getting enough rest.
• Decreased performance: You have trouble concentrating, making decisions and completing tasks.
• You feel drained emotionally and have a reduced ability to cope with stressful situations.
• You lose interest and motivation in your work and feel frustrated and cynical.
• You feel that you are not fulfilling your job responsibilities and that you are not successful.
• Physical symptoms: You may experience headaches, digestive problems, muscle tension or sleep problems.