Business Psychology Associates
Usually, we can find ways to put life back on an even keel: take a day off, get a good night’s sleep, or talk things over with a trusted friend or loved one. "Burnout" happens when strategies like these fail, and a person feels physically and emotionally drained by the stress of daily life.
Burnout can actually be a health hazard. People who are constantly under stress are more susceptible to heart disease, repeated injury, high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma and allergies. Burnout often leads to interpersonal difficulties, a "short fuse" and poor perspective.
Symptoms of undue stress include:
Two or more of these symptoms for an extended time may signal the need for professional help.
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