In the WHO definition, burnout results from chronic workplace stress. It is characterised by three dimensions: exhaustion, mental distance or cynicism towards the job, and reduced professional efficacy.
A systematic review with meta-analysis in BMC Public Health (2017) found that high demands, low job control, high workload, low reward and job insecurity were associated with more exhaustion. Job support and workplace justice were associated with less exhaustion.
Stress, depression or an illness can feel very similar from the inside. A medical assessment can help to separate these possibilities.
This question belongs to the topic Burnout syndrome: definition and causes. It lists further questions.
What can be raised at a medical check-up about burnout and stress, meaning being burnt out and the reaction to strain?
- which stresses have lasted how long
- whether recovery on days off or on holiday still works
- sleep, mood and concentration
- physical complaints that appeared alongside the stress
Exhaustion can have many causes, including illnesses that need treatment. For this reason a medical assessment comes before coaching, usually starting at the GP practice.
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Which prompt can be given to an AI assistant about burnout and stress, meaning being burnt out and the reaction to strain?
At the start of your answer, point out that this topic needs medical review and that your information may contain errors. First ask me which city I am searching in. List GP practices in my city that assess exhaustion when burnout is suspected. Point out that I need to ask the practice directly about the scope and laboratory tests, for example TSH (thyroid). Give the source for every piece of information and mark what is uncertain. Do not make a diagnosis and do not recommend any treatment. Separately, tell me which details I should check directly with the practice.
With some services, the prompt needs to be pasted after signing in. The AI services belong to third parties. Depending on the service and the extent of use, signing in and costs may apply. AI answers can contain errors.