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Burnout refers to a physical, mental, or emotional crash that comes as a result of overwork or excessive stress.

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It decreases worker productivity, but more importantly, it impacts worker health.  Professionals experiencing burnout may have a weakened immune system, lack sleep, experience social withdrawal or depression. They may turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms such as alcohol or drugs to alleviate these symptoms.

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Anybody can experience burnout, but it is particularly common in the human service field.

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HUMAN SERVICE PROFESSIONALS AND BURNOUT:

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HUMAN SERVICE PROFESSIONALS AND BURNOUT:

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Professionals in the human service field deal with difficult people and heavy issues. Carrying the weight of their clients' issues, as well as working long hours, can cause these professionals to mentally, physically, and emotionally exhaust themselves.

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- Practice mindfulness
- Take time off
- Seek help
- Partake in self-care activities

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HOW CAN AGENCIES AND SUPERVISORS PREVENT BURNOUT?

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HOW CAN AGENCIES AND SUPERVISORS PREVENT BURNOUT?

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- Give employees more autonomy
- Foster a supportive work environment
- Give employees more flexibility in their schedule

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Burnout is a debilitating ailment for many human service professionals. As supervisors, coworkers, and individuals, we need to take care of ourselves and each other to prevent the experience of burnout!