Are You Burning Out?

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Registered: 03-11-2004
Are You Burning Out?
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Wed, 06-22-2005 - 7:52am
Stress in the workplace can be a good thing. It can motivate us, energize us and help us to do our best work. However, for some, unrelieved work stress can lead to a debilitating condition called burnout. Burnout is characterized by a lack of energy, emotional exhaustion, job dissatisfaction, negativity, lowered resistance to illness, increased absenteeism, poor job performance and isolation.

Is stress getting the best of you? Measure your burnout risk by reading the following questions and choosing the responses that represent what you most often feel.
Click on the link to take the quiz. Share your answers if you'd like.

http://quiz.ivillage.com/health/tests/burnoutinv.htm



 

 


 



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Registered: 03-11-2004
Wed, 06-22-2005 - 7:54am
I didn't think this was too bad. jan

 

 


 



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Registered: 02-06-2004
Mon, 06-27-2005 - 4:55pm

This is no surprise to me. I find it harder and harder to even go to work. I can't get along with my coworkers (at least one in particular) and really don't like my job. It's easy but I'm still feeling stressed about it lately. I feel that I am better than this. I have a B.A. I can do better than food service. Aside from that emotional factors have played in there too. Since my OD in april things haven't been quite the same. The zest is gone (although manic sometimes, it's not the same). Ah well.

Your score indicates that you have many signs of burnout.
People who score in this range sometimes have a hard time coping with the demands of daily life. They often feel overwhelmed. They often have little energy and are unable to manage stress, have a difficult time sleeping and have many somatic complaints.

Typically, people who score in this range are not usually able to set realistic and attainable goals for themselves. They can be pessimistic about their work and future. They often are unable to relax and enjoy their down time. They have a very difficult time separating work life and home life.

In general, those who score in this range are not always able to control and recognize their feelings or act upon them appropriately They sometimes have a hard time learning from their mistakes. They often are unable to have compassion and respect for other people. They can feel isolated and alone.

People who score in this range can be excellent workers. However, because of their desire to get ahead they often take on too much work and responsibility. They can become so overwhelmed that they lose their focus and are not able to do their best work. They can become confused about what is expected of them and become distressed when they feel they are not living up to assumed expectations. They can become bitter, angry, and resentful.

However, there is hope for people on the verge of burnout so don't give up! You can regain control and begin to like your job again. People who score in this range can decrease their level of burnout by setting realistic work goals, taking time for themselves, exercising, changing jobs, reading books about beating burnout, joining a support group, keeping a journal, taking up a hobby, spending time with their families, defeating negative thoughts, becoming active in their church, synagogue, or other community activity, and, most importantly, by learning to say no.

We know you can get back on track! Good luck!

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