What is Burnout?

Say the word ‘Burnout’ to many people, they may well picture a highly stressed executive in a powerful position, perhaps red faced and loosening their tie.

The fact is, Burnout can happen to anyone – a student, a homemaker, a teacher, a carer. It is a state of exhaustion – mental, emotional as well as physical.

While it is not strictly speaking a medical or mental health condition, it can cause long-term mental-health issues if not taken seriously.

It is defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as an ‘occupational phenomenon’ i.e., symptoms that are linked to a health-related cause.

It is not simply another name for stress. It can be caused by periods of excess pressure or stress, but the effects can last far longer. You can be stressed and continue to operate effectively. With Burnout, this is not the case.

What are the symptoms of Burnout?

Repeated demands and pressures from work, family or life in general can drain personal resources to an extent that there is a kind of shutdown.

The symptoms of Burnout range from the mild to the serious, and can include:

loss of concentration
overeating or drinking
irritability, even anger
loss of energy and motivation
persistent worrying and obsessing
feelings of worthlessness
feeling trapped or helpless
feeling overwhelmed and lost

Burnout does not simply stop. If you suffer from this, ask for help. It is nothing to be ashamed of. It is not a sign of weakness or lack of resilience. Burnout is real.

How does Talkmind treat Burnout?

We can treat Burnout in several ways. Talkmind appreciates that Burnout is more susceptible in people living with or have a history of certain mental health conditions such as ADHD, Autism, Depression, Anxiety etc. Our psychiatrists will be able to offer diagnostic assessment(s) and advise if these can be treated with medication and / or therapies for this condition.

Our therapists and psychologists will be able to offer counselling or discussions and there are a few ways a patient can combine these with self-help, such as physical exercise, setting boundaries and careful prioritisation. Our treatments include:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Creative Therapies
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
Medication such as antidepressants, anxiolytics etc

Be assured, Talkmind will always take Burnout seriously and we will discuss with you, in detail, how we can best help you.

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