Burnout syndrome is a state of chronic exhaustion caused by prolonged occupational overload. Since 2022, burnout has been recognized as a syndrome in ICD-11 (QD85).
The Three Dimensions of Burnout
According to Maslach and Jackson, burnout comprises:
Emotional exhaustion
- Feeling burned out
- Lack of energy
- Overwhelm experience
Depersonalization/Cynicism
- Distancing from work and colleagues
- Negative attitude toward work
- Cynical behavior
Reduced performance
- Experience of ineffectiveness
- Decline in competence
- Feelings of failure
Warning Signs
Early signs:
- Chronic fatigue
- Sleep problems
- Concentration difficulties
- Frequent illnesses
Advanced symptoms:
- Emotional numbness
- Social withdrawal
- Physical complaints
- Depressive moods
Workplace Risk Factors
- High workload without recovery
- Lack of appreciation
- Lack of control over work
- Unclear expectations
- Value conflicts
Prevention Through Risk Assessment
Psychological risk assessment identifies burnout risk factors early:
- Recognize overload areas
- Strengthen resources
- Develop prevention measures
SafeMind helps systematically capture and reduce burnout risks.