Burnout Syndrome is characterized by a state of physical, emotional or mental exhaustion that usually arises due to the accumulation of stress at work, and is therefore very common in professionals who have to deal with constant pressure and responsibility, such as teachers or in health professionals for example. Some of the signs and symptoms that help to identify if a person is suffering from this problem include:
- Constant feeling of negativity: It is very common for people who are experiencing this syndrome to be constantly negative, as if nothing is going to work. Physical and mental tiredness: People with Burnout Syndrome usually experience constant and excessive tiredness, which is difficult to recover. Lack of will: A very common feature of this syndrome is a lack of motivation and willingness to do social activities or be with other people. Difficulty concentrating: People may also find it difficult to concentrate on work, daily tasks or a simple conversation. Lack of energy: One of the symptoms that manifests in Burnout Syndrome is excessive tiredness and lack of energy to maintain healthy habits, such as going to the gym or having regular sleep. Feeling of incompetence: Some people may have the feeling that they are not doing enough in and out of work. Difficulty to like the same things: It is also normal for the person to feel that they no longer like the same things they used to like, such as doing an activity or playing a sport, for example. Prioritize the needs of others: People who suffer from Burnout syndrome usually put the needs of others before their own. Sudden changes in mood: Another very common characteristic is the sudden changes in mood with many periods of irritation. Isolation: Due to all these symptoms, the person has a tendency to isolate himself from important people in his life, such as friends and family.
Other frequent signs of burnout syndrome include taking too long to perform professional tasks, as well as missing or being late for work many times. In addition, when taking a vacation it is common not to feel pleasure during this period, returning to work with the feeling of still being tired. Although the most common symptoms are psychological, people who are suffering from burnout syndrome can also often suffer from headaches, palpitations, dizziness, sleep problems, muscle pain and even colds, for example.
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How to confirm the diagnosis
Often, the person suffering from Burnout cannot identify all the symptoms and, therefore, cannot confirm that something is happening. Thus, if there are suspicions that you may be suffering from this problem, it is advisable to ask for help from a friend, family member or other trusted person in order to correctly identify the symptoms.
However, to make the diagnosis and not have any more doubts, the best way is to go with a person close to a psychologist to discuss the symptoms, identify the problem and guide a treatment. Understand how this syndrome is usually treated.
