A Global Health - Occupational Phenomenon

In 2019 the World Health Organization (WHO) officially classified burnout under the International Classification of Diseases (ICD11-QD85).

Burnout is a syndrome conceptualized as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. It is characterized by three dimensions: 1) feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion; 2) increased mental distance from one’s job, or feelings of negativism or cynicism related to one's job; and 3) a sense of ineffectiveness and lack of accomplishment. 

*Burnout from chronic stress that has not been managed is often associated with work but can ALSO be caused by academics and unemployment.*

WHO’S AT RISK

Students are more likely to be at risk for or experience academic burnout when:

• They are unable to manage their time effectively

• Frequently pull all-night study sessions

• Have unreasonable demands placed on them

• Expect too much of themselves

• Feel inadequate or incompetent 

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF BURNOUT  

Some of the signs and symptoms of students experiencing Academic Burnout can include:

• Lack of Motivation to Attend Classes or Start Assignments

• Lashing Out at Others due to Increased Irritability & Frustration 

• Decreased Motivation / Loss of Confidence with School Work

• Increase in Headaches, Body Aches and Colds

• Self Medicating with Alcohol & Other Drugs (legal and illegal)

• Poor Sleeping Habits &  Increased Fatigue (Even if s/he sleeps excessively)

• Feeling like an “Imposter” or Outsider

• Depression / Withdrawal from Social Outings and Fun Events

• Having Panic Attacks About Assignments and Exams

Consequences of burnout

Medical research shows that ignoring or putting offing burnout can have significant consequences, including:

• Headaches

• Fatigue

• Insomnia

• Depression

• Alcohol or substance abuse

• Anxiety

• High blood pressure

• Type 2 diabetes

• Vulnerability to illnesses

GETTING HELP 

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