Prevalence Of Burnout Syndrome Research Articles

Prevalence of burnout syndrome in hospital health professionals and associated factors

The hospital environment presents unique challenges compared to other healthcare sectors, such as caring for patients in delicate conditions, long work hours, shift work, and multiple professional commitments. These characteristics can compromise the quality of life of workers and increase the risk of developing Burnout Syndrome. This study aims to examine the prevalence of Burnout Syndrome among healthcare professionals working in a hospital environment, as well as to identify associated factors. A cross-sectional study was conducted with a sample of 209 professionals. Participants completed a self-administered questionnaire containing sociodemographic and occupational information, as well as the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey. The prevalence of Burnout Syndrome was 28.7% (n=60). Professionals with incomes up to R$5000.00 and those in their first job showed a higher likelihood of experiencing this disorder. These findings suggest a moderate prevalence of Burnout Syndrome and underscore the importance of remuneration in valuing workers, as well as the potential association between inexperience and difficulty in coping with the demands of healthcare work.

Prevalence and factors associated with burnout syndrome in Peruvian health professionals before the COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic review

IntroductionBurnout syndrome (BS) is a prevalent occupational health problem in health professionals. To describe the prevalence and factors associated with BS in Peruvian health professionals. MethodA systematic review and meta-analysis were performed. The key terms “burnout” and “professional exhaustion” were used with words related to Peru. The databases consulted were LILACS/Virtual Health Library, Medline/PubMed, Science Direct, EBSCO, Scopus, SciELO, and RENATI-SUNEDU; articles published between January 2000 to December 2020 were considered for inclusion. Methodological quality was evaluated using the Newcastle–Ottawa scale. ResultsThirty studies were identified (8 scientific articles and 22 graduate theses). The median sample size was 78, with an interquartile range of 50–110. A meta-analysis was performed to calculate a dichotomic prevalence of burnout syndrome in health professionals of 25 % (95%CI: 9 %–45 %; I2 = 97.14 %; 5 studies). Also, our meta-analysis estimated the overall prevalence of mild burnout (27 %; 95%CI: 16%–41 %; I2 = 96.50 %), moderate burnout (48 %; 95%CI: 32%–65 %; I2 = 97.54 %), and severe burnout (17 %; 95%CI: 10%–24 %; I2 = 92.13 %; 18 studies). We present meta-analyses by region, profession, hospital area, and by dimension of the Maslach Burnout Inventory. Overall, the studies presented adequate levels of quality in 96.7 % of the included studies (n = 29). In addition, our narrative review of factors associated with BS and its three dimensions identified that different studies find associations with labor, socio-demographic, individual, and out-of-work factors. ConclusionsThere is a higher prevalence of moderate BS in Peruvian health professionals at MINSA and EsSalud hospitals in Peru, with severity differing by region of Peru, type of profession, work area, and dimensions of BS.

Traumatic stress symptoms, mental splitting and burnout in health care professionals: a cross-sectional study.

Burnout syndrome usually begins with feelings of enthusiasm and idealized visualizations, and it is in contrast with subsequent disillusionment, disappointment, and symptoms which are related to chronic stress experienced later. This tendency to idealization is a parallel to the concept of "mental splitting" described by Kernberg with a pronounced "black and white" perceptual dichotomy between the early idealization and later disillusionment. This study intends examination of relationships between burnout syndrome, traumatic stress and Kernberg's concept of splitting. In this study we have assessed 90 health care professionals (50 women and 40 men) working with a population of diabetic patients utilizing Burnout Measure (BM), Splitting index (SI) and Traumatic Stress Checklist - 40 (TSC-40). Study results indicate significant Spearman correlations between burnout syndrome (BM) and traumatic stress (TSC-40) in population of men (R=0.75, p<0.01) and of women (R=0.61, p<0.01), as well as between burnout syndrome (BM) and splitting (SI) for both genders: men (R=0.40, p<0.01), women (R=0.51, p<0.01). These findings may have implications for prevention and treatment of burnout syndrome. The current study findings provide implications that the defensive mechanisms of splitting and traumatic stress may allow for the prediction of burnout symptoms. This relation may potentially be of use in both the potential detection and prevention of burnout syndrome.

Burnout Syndrome among Healthcare Workers in Lithuania as a Former Soviet Country

Objective. Measure the prevalence of burnout syndrome (BOS) among the healthcare workers (HCW) in Lithuania and the factors influencing it.&#x0D; The respondents were asked to fill out an anonymous online questionnaire which included information on their gender, age, years of work experience, specialty, work hours per week, the average number of patients per day, salary, healthcare chain, and the healthcare sector they are working at. BOS was assessed by using the Copenhagen Burnout Inventory (CBI).Results. A total of 2 806 questionnaires were used in the final analysis. A high prevalence of BOS among the MS in Lithuania was noticed (74% of all respondents), which is more severe in comparison to foreign research. The most significant link with severe BOS was noticed among a high number of patients per day (22.69±14.96 versus 17.77±13.32, t=4.92), a large number of work hours per week (48.89±12.96 versus 46.34±10.77, t=2.54), and a younger age (59.27±14.06 versus 55.73±13.91, t=3.53). Doctors had the highest BOS score compared to nurses, residents, and other specialists (59.72±13.99 versus 57.33±14.13, t=2.4; 57.53±14.20, t=2.2; 54.06±15.22, t=5.67, respectively). No links between gender, years of work experience, salary, healthcare chain, healthcare sector, and BOS were observed.Conclusions. BOS is highly prevalent among Lithuania’s medical staff, and it is more prevalent than in most other EU and non-EU countries. A high number of patients per day, a large number of work hours per week, and a younger age were significantly linked with more severe BOS.

Burnout in Neurosurgery

Burnout is a pervasive psychosocial syndrome that manifests as a chronic response to interpersonal stressors encountered in the occupational setting. Neurosurgeons exhibit a high prevalence rate of burnout, ranging from 33% to 67%. The primary objective of this study is to examine the prevalence of Burnout syndrome within the neurosurgical community and identify the contributing factors. A prospective observational study was conducted utilizing an anonymous survey format, incorporating the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS) questionnaire. Additional inquiries were made regarding demographic characteristics, occupational factors, lifestyle choices, and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) questionnaire. The survey was disseminated between March 23rd, 2023, and April 4th, 2023, utilizing the email registries of the Spanish Society of Neurosurgery (SENEC) and the Latin American Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (FLANC). Descriptive analysis was performed, comparing responses between participants with and without burnout syndrome using cross-tabulation and the Chi-square test to assess the presence of dependency. A total of 282 neurosurgeons completed the survey. The sample comprised 30.1% females and 69.9% males, with a median age within the 30-40 range. Among the surveyed neurosurgeons, 66.7% exhibited a prevalence of burnout, while 23.4% met the criteria for defined burnout. Significantly higher rates of burnout syndrome were observed among residents, specifically those in their fifth year of residency, as well as those whose departments perform a moderate range of surgeries (500-1000), participating in on-call duties, lacking regular physical exercise (at least twice a week), engaging infrequently in social activities with friends, lacking extracurricular hobbies, and obtaining scores exceeding 10 points in any of the HADS subscales. Burnout syndrome affects nearly a quarter of the neurosurgical specialists included in this study. Moreover, a distinct profile associated with defined burnout among neurosurgeons emerges, encompassing characteristics such as being a fifth-year resident, belongs to departments with a moderate number of surgeries, with few extra-occupational distractions and exhibiting symptoms of depression or anxiety.

The Prevalence of Burnout Syndrome Among Emergency Department Nurses

Introduction. Burnout syndrome is a manifestation of chronic stress characterized by emotional, mental and physical exhaustion, caused by occupational stressors and is represented by three dimensions: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and decreased personal performance. The COVID-19 pandemic had a major impact on the medical system, with a psychological impact on the medical staff. This emotional and physical exhaustion is also found among nurses.&#x0D; Material and methods. We studied a total of 112 participants receiving 80 valid questionnaires. This was a descriptive, cross-sectional study of the medical staff within the UPU-SMURD section of the County Emergency Clinical Hospital “St. Ap. Andrei” Galați, who is in the front line in the fight against coronavirus. After signing an informed consent, the participants completed a socio-demographic questionnaire and the MBI-HSS (MP) questionnaire to assess their level of burnout.&#x0D; Results. The aim of our study was to identify the prevalence of burnout syndrome among emergency department nurses in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic. The study found that 46.2% of nurses suffer from an average level of burnout, and only 32.5% suffer from a high level. Also, emotional exhaustion is directly proportional to professional experience and age.&#x0D; Conclusions. The prevalence of burnout syndrome is high, with most front-line nurses suffering from moderate to severe burnout.

SÍNDROME DE BURNOUT, DEPRESSÃO, ANSIEDADE E IDEAÇÃO SUICIDA EM SERVIDORES DE SEGURANÇA PÚBLICA

The study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of Burnout Syndrome, depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation in public security workers who work in Minas Gerais. This is a descriptive research, with a quantitative, comparative and transversal approach. The sample consisted of 80 public security officers, male (81,3%) and female (18,7%), including socio-educational agents, military police, prison officers, military firefighters and civil police, chosen at random and who accepted to participate voluntarily in the research. Beck's anxiety, depression and suicidal ideation inventories and Maslach's Burnout inventory were used as instruments, with a descriptive statistic using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences. A low prevalence rate of depression, suicidal ideation was found and anxiety among the participants, however the results are not unanimous and considering the employees in a unique way, it is possible to perceive the presence of the psychological sufferings mentioned in a smaller portion of the sample. Regarding the Burnout Syndrome, it was evident that the characteristics of emotional exhaustion and depersonalization showed low prevalence, since work involvement was considered low for most workers, being a factor that contributes significantly to the occurrence of such a syndrome. Despite the prevalence of the researched psychological disorders present low among the participants, the individual analysis shows the prevalence of these sufferings in some professionals, reinforcing that the work stress is experienced in a unique way by each one, being able to evolve to a disorder or be reframed.

Effects of physician therapy sessions on depression – Evidence-based practices

This research study investigates the impact of physician therapy sessions on individuals suffering from depression. It examines the effectiveness of therapy as an evidence-based practice in the management of depression. Three distinct research papers were reviewed to investigate the effects of therapy sessions on physician burnout. Each study employed various methodologies, including surveys, interventions and qualitative analyses. Gender differences were also examined as a potential variable. Paper one concluded that despite being valuable support mechanisms, debriefing sessions did not significantly reduce burnout syndrome. In contrast, Paper Two and Paper Three reported a significant decrease in burnout following the interventions. All three papers found that gender was the only variable that changed. While the scores of the Maslach Burnout Inventory did not change in Paper One, the debriefing sessions were appreciated and accepted by the participants. Paper Three provided in-depth information, including examples, to enhance comprehension. Two out of the three papers concluded that implementing therapy sessions, such as counselling, cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindfulness-based stress reduction, group therapy, and mindfulness workshops, for physicians can prevent burnout syndrome. The third paper showed no significant change, suggesting that exclusive therapy sessions may need to be combined with other solutions, such as mindfulness practices or reduced working hours. These findings have the potential to inform practice changes, including updated clinical guidelines, new term protocols, enhanced screening and prevention strategies, quality improvement initiatives, training and education feedback, adaptation, monitoring, and evaluation. Overcoming barriers such as knowledge, skills, resources, motivation, attitude, and organisational culture is crucial for the successful implementation of evidence-based practices (EBP). Further, international research is needed to identify local limitations and advantages. This topic offers valuable insights into EBP and its role in improving patient outcomes, with the ultimate goal of reducing physician burnout and enhancing the quality of patient care.

Burnout syndrome in university professors in the COVID-19 post-pandemic period

The COVID-19 pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on higher education and, therefore, on university teachers. The abrupt transition to online teaching, health-related concerns, as well as adaptation to an incessantly changing academic environment, have significantly increased tensions and pressure on teachers, with immediate adaptation to the new conditions being a very important challenge. teaching technologies and methodologies in response to the pandemic, triggering the level of stress and emotional exhaustion in university teachers. In order to contribute to the gap in the empirical literature in this regard, the objective of this study is to determine the state of manifestation and prevalence of burnout syndrome in university teachers in the post-COVID-19 pandemic period. The study was carried out under a quantitative methodology, with a non-experimental design, and a cross-sectional descriptive approach, applying intentional non-probabilistic sampling. The results obtained show a high prevalence of burnout syndrome in 71% of teachers, a medium level in 24%, and a low level in 5%. Universities must implement prevention programs, training in coping skills, as well as supportive institutional policies that ensure the mental health and well-being of university teachers.

Burnout syndrome and anxiety among healthcare workers during global pandemics: An umbrella review

BACKGROUND Burnout syndrome and anxiety are two mental health symptoms experienced by healthcare workers (HCWs) that can be exacerbated during pandemics due to increased job demands and the global health workforce crisis. AIM To provide a comprehensive review and summary of evidence on burnout and anxiety in HCWs during previous global pandemics. METHODS A systematic search on electronic databases such as PubMed Central and MEDLINE was conducted to identify high-quality systematic review studies that reported on the prevalence of burnout and/or anxiety in HCWs during any previous global pandemic. RESULTS Twenty-four high quality systematic review articles were found to be suitable for inclusion. Twenty articles focused merely on Coronavirus disease 2019, while four articles examined multiple pandemics. Burnout was examined in nine articles, while anxiety was examined in the remaining 21 articles. Female HCWs and nurses were identified to be at a higher risk of developing burnout and anxiety during pandemic. We also observed a variation in the prevalence of burnouts and anxiety across different studies due to different mental health instruments were used in different studies. CONCLUSION Nurses and females HCWs had a high prevalence of burnout syndrome and anxiety during pandemic. More emphasis and attention should be paid to safeguarding the psychological well-being of these at-risk populations in the future pandemics.

Prevention of emotional burnout syndrome in various occupational groups (analytical review)

Introduction. Timely detection and prevention of burnout syndrome in various occupational groups is an urgent task of occupational health, since this condition directly affects the health, working capacity, and quality of life in workers.&#x0D; The purpose of the study. an analytical review of Russian literature on the prevalence, risk factors, and prevention of burnout syndrome in various occupational groups and the definition of criteria for the formation of risk groups.&#x0D; The search for articles was carried out using information portals including eLibrary.ru, CyberLeninka, PubMed, Medscape, Google Scholar, Scopus, Web of Science. Inclusion criteria: search depth of eleven years (2012–2022), Russian original full-text articles in open access. Initially, one thousand eight hundred sixty five publications were identified, of which 38 cohort selected that met the inclusion criteria. &#x0D; A high prevalence of burnout was revealed among health workers, educators, IT-specialists and law enforcement officials, slightly less among aviation service specialists, employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, media workers, bank employees, and miners. There are discussed leading risk factors for the development of burnout among employees in various fields of activity. A number of studies have studied the neurophysiological characteristics of patients with burnout syndrome, showing the relationship between burnout and affective disorders. Many studies discuss various approaches to the prevention and treatment of burnout syndrome, but the effectiveness of the proposed methods is evaluated only in a few studies. In modern conditions, there is a need for further research, conceptualization and systematization in managing job burnout.

High prevalence of burnout syndrome in Czech general practitioners: A cross-sectional survey

ObjectiveA wide range in prevalence rates of burnout among general practitioners (GPs) has been reported in various regions, with an increasing trend. This nationwide cross-sectional study aimed to estimate the prevalence and associated determinants of burnout in Czech GPs. Methods1000 randomly selected physicians from the Czech Society of General Practitioners (through a pseudorandom number generator) were emailed an online survey based on the Maslach Burnout Inventory – Human Services Survey. Data collection was performed between January and February 2023. Results331 questionnaires were obtained (227 females and 104 males, mean age – 49.9 years, the mean number of registered patients – 1951). 21.8 % of GPs scored a high level of burnout in all three of its dimensions and 23.9 % in no dimension at all. The most prevalent dimension was reduced personal accomplishment (PA, 56.2 %) followed by emotional exhaustion (EE, 50.2 %) and depersonalization (DP, 40.5 %). Reaching burnout in all three dimensions was significantly more frequent in males and in GPs registering a number of patients above the median. Increasing age and years of practice were protective factors for DP but risk factors for reduced PA. Employed GPs had lower EE scores than GP practice owners. The respondents' basic characteristics reflected their presence among Czech GPs, which testifies against selection bias. ConclusionsThe high rate of burnout (∼22 %) should be addressed by promoting personal resources along with the perception of the importance of GPs in society. A sufficiently dense network of GPs should allow them to register a lower number of patients.

PROBLEMS OF PROFESSIONAL BURNOUT AMONG LAWYERS

The problem of professional burnout has been in the center of numerous research for the last decades. Their results facilitated diagnosing the causes and consequences of this professional dysphoria. The majority of this research was focused on social occupations connected with intensive contacts with people. However, practicing lawyers who have a lot of social contacts by the nature of service and therefore especially suffer from burnout, have not been studied fully enough. The relevance of our study of this problem primarily lies in the need of further research of the professional burnout syndrome for its timely prevention and assistance to lawyers.&#x0D; The investigation of the professional burnout syndrome among that category of workers was carried out with the help of the MBI survey to determine the level of professional burnout according to the methods of Christina Maslach and Susan Jackson in adaptation of Natalia E. Vodopyanova based on the research of psychologists Charles Figley, Simon Philip Baron-Cohen, as well as Russian scholars. The respondents’ survey took place in the city of Vologda in February 2023 and the sampling population was more than 500 respondents.&#x0D; As a result the relationship of professional burnout with age and gender was determined. It turned out that working women are more prone to burnout than men, as they have additional emotional and physical burden connected with family chores. There is a description of depersonalization as a component of emotional burnout: inadequate attitude towards colleagues, irritability, loss of “idealism” and withdrawal into oneself. At the same time it was revealed that the impact of the psychological state of an individual employee on the whole team is insignificant. Specific recommendations for the prevention of the emotional burnout syndrome are suggested; the impact of professional burnout on the respondents’ general state of health was studied. Dependency of emotional burnout with empathy and features of the team are revealed. The most efficient ways of emotional burnout syndrome prevention are suggested. The results of the research can be used by psychologists who work with lawyers with emotional burnout symptoms and heads of organizations.

Literature Review of Burnout Syndrome in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Staffs During The COVID-19 Pandemic

Introductions: Burnout syndrome becomes a special concern for health workers during COVID-19 pandemic that has been exposed to increased workload and intense working hours with COVID-19 patients, stating having a high risk of getting infected with COVID-19 as well. Methods: This literature review paper reviewed scientific journals with prevalence and burnout syndrome profile data. The journals were obtained through the search engines GoogleScholar, the MEDLINE (PubMed) database and PsychINFO. From the search, there are 13 articles in total that meet the required data criteria. Results: Prevalence of burnout syndrome were found severely high in ICU settings, it reached more than 50% from most of the survey. Burnout syndrome rate can be influenced by working conditions, age and gender, time of work and working experience. Burnout syndrome can manifest as higher fatigue level and decrease of cognitive function that can increase the risk of medical mistake. Conclusions: High prevalence and severity of burnout syndrome oblige us to pay attention to symptoms that can affect professional intensive care unit staff and its service to patients. Further research should review prevention therapy and how to apply to health workers and also the prevalence of prevention that has been done in other studies.

Prevalence of Burnout Syndrome Among Male Psychiatric Nursing Assistants Working in Public and Private Hospitals in Rawalpindi

Objectives: To find out the prevalence of burnout syndrome among male psychiatric nursing assistants working in public and private hospitals. To explore relationship between burnout and job satisfaction in male psychiatric nursing assistants working in public and private hospitals. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of study: Public and Private hospitals of Rawalpindi Pakistan, over a six-month period. Methodology: Total of 100 male psychiatric nursing assistants 50 from one Public and 50 from three Private hospitals of Rawalpindi). Data was collected using ProQOL-5 which includes subscales i.e., burnout syndrome, compassion fatigue and compassion satisfaction. Results: Burnout syndrome was found in 100(59%) of the sample, 100(88%) of the sample was at risk of fatigue and trauma, lastly 100(69%) of the nursing assistants were not satisfied with their job but the difference in prevalence between public and private hospitals was not significant. Also, there was a significant negative correlation between burnout syndrome and compassion satisfaction (r=-0.261, p=0.03). Conclusion: Burnout among psychiatric nurses is prevalent among both public and private sector nurses which leads to a decrease in their job satisfaction and thus impacts their productivity and efficiency. Therefore, policies should be made to regulate working hours and conditions of nurses to combat burnout and incentives should be introduced to improve their job satisfaction.

Identifying the communication of burnout syndrome on the Twitter platform from the individual, organizational, and environmental perspective

Addressing the escalating prevalence of burnout syndrome, which affects individuals across various professions and domains, is becoming increasingly imperative due to its profound impact on personal and professional aspects of employees’ lives. This paper explores the intersection of burnout syndrome and human resource management, recognizing employees as the primary assets of organizations. It emphasizes the growing importance of nurturing employee well-being, care, and work-life balance from a human resource management standpoint. Employing social media analysis, this study delves into Twitter-based discourse on burnout syndrome, categorizing communication into three distinct dimensions: individual, organizational, and environmental. This innovative approach provides fresh insights into interpreting burnout syndrome discourse through big data analysis within social network analysis. The methodology deployed in this study was predicated upon the enhanced Social Media Analysis based on Hashtag Research framework and frequency, topic and visual analysis were conducted. The investigation encompasses Twitter communication from January 1st, 2019, to July 31st, 2022, comprising a dataset of 190,770 tweets. Notably, the study identifies the most frequently used hashtags related to burnout syndrome, with #stress and #mentalhealth leading the discussion, followed closely by #selfcare, #wellbeing, and #healthcare. Moreover, a comprehensive analysis unveils seven predominant topics within the discourse on burnout syndrome: organization, healthcare, communication, stress and therapy, time, symptoms, and leadership. This study underscores the evolving landscape of burnout syndrome communication and its multifaceted implications for individuals, organizations, and the broader environment, shedding light on the pressing need for proactive interventions. In organizations at all levels of management, the concept of burnout should be included in the value philosophy of organizations and should focus on organizational aspects, working hours and work-life balance for a healthier working environment and well-being of employees at all levels of management.

Differences in Burnout Aspects in Croatian Nursing Students – A Cross-Sectional Study

Introduction: Burnout syndrome is a growing concern among nursing students, potentially impacting their academic success and future professional performance. This study aimed to explore the prevalence of burnout syndrome in Croatian nursing students and examine the associations between burnout and demographic features (age, gender, year of study, part-time or full-time study). Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted with 423 nursing students from the University of Applied Health Sciences, Zagreb, and the Faculty of Health Sciences, Rijeka. The Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI); MBI human services survey was used to assess burnout levels. Results: Nursing students at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Rijeka, experienced higher burnout levels than those at the University of Applied Health Sciences, Zagreb (χ2 = 10.214, ss = 2, p = 0.006). Significant associations were found between burnout levels and age, gender, year of study, and enrolment status. Specifically, younger students, female students, and full-time students reported higher levels of emotional exhaustion (EE). 2nd-year students reported lower EE than their first and 3rd-year peers. Conclusions: This study underscores the importance of recognizing and addressing the unique needs and stressors faced by different subgroups of nursing students. Tailored interventions and support systems are essential for alleviating burnout and promoting well-being in nursing students. Further research, including longitudinal studies, is required to better understand burnout progression and to inform the development of effective strategies for reducing burnout in nursing education.

Relationship between Feelings and Risk of Burnout Syndrome to the Medical Staff in the Emergency Department of Galati Hospital During the Covid 19 Pandemic Period

Introduction: Burnout syndrome is a manifestation of chronic stress caused by occupational stressors. The large number of patients infected with SARS Covid 2 has had a particular psychological impact on medical staff in Emergency Departments and only. Material and Methods: This was a descriptive study, of medical staff in the Emergency Department of the Galati County Emergency Hospital, which is in the front line in the fight against coronavirus. All 120 participants signed an informed consent form and then completed a socio-demographic questionnaire, self-designed questionnaire to identify feelings experienced at work during Covid- 19 Pandemic and the MBI - HSS (MP) (Maslach Burnout Inventory) to assess their burnout level. Results: The study found that 45% of the subjects were at high risk of Burnout. Medical staff in the Emergency Department show a degree of Burnout syndrome directly proportional to their experience in the field. Conclusions: The prevalence of Burnout syndrome in the Emergency Department is high, more than half of the physicians suffer from a high level of Burnout. Older age and less experience in the field and female gender are predictive factors for Burnout syndrome. Self-reported risk factors are increased overtime, workload, bureaucracy, lack of sleep, lack of respect from patients and colleagues, fear of exposure to the virus and patient care. Self-reported feelings of exhaustion, stress, and depression are dependent on symptoms of Burnout syndrome.

Burnout syndrome among employees in a clinical center in Montenegro during COVID-19.

Burnout syndrome occurs as a result of the influence of stressors in the workplace. The chronic disproportion between the demands placed on the worker and the resources available to fulfill the demands makes a significant contribution to the development of this syndrome. The occurrence of burnout syndrome has been shown to occur in a wide range of jobs, and it is taking on epidemic proportions among healthcare workers. So far, there have been no large-scale studies dealing with burnout syndrome in healthcare workers in Montenegro. The research was conducted as a cross-sectional study. All full-time employees of the Clinical Center of Montenegro who participated in the treatment of patients with COVID-19 during 2020 and 2021 were included in the research. Questionnaires used in the research were: a general questionnaire for collecting socio-demographic data, a questionnaire for the assessment of burnout syndrome at work - Maslach Burnout Inventory and a COVID-19 stress scale. The prevalence of burnout syndrome was 16.8% among employees who were engaged around COVID-19 patients. Predictors of burnout syndrome identified were occupation (nurses/technicians have a 2.8 times higher chance of burnout syndrome than doctors as a reference category), confirmed COVID-19 infection (subjects with confirmed COVID-19 infection have more than 2 times higher chance for burnout syndrome), higher CSS scores (subjects with high CSS score have a 3% higher chance of developing burnout syndrome). In order to reduce losses due to reduced productivity of employees and prevent long-term detrimental consequences on the mental health of employees, evidence-based preventive measures are needed.

Burnout Syndrome and Associated Factors Among Health Care Professionals Working in Dessie Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Dessie, Ethiopia

Burnout is a mental, emotional, and physical exhaustion that affects many healthcare workers. However, there is a lack of information in Ethiopia. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the prevalence of burnout syndrome and identify the associated risk factors among healthcare professionals in Dessie Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia. A cross-sectional study was conducted on randomly selected 251 health workers at Dessie Comprehensive Specialized Hospital. The Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Service Survey was used to assess burnout (MBIHSS). A multivariable logistic regression analysis was used to explore the potential determinants of burnout syndrome among the participants. A total of 251 healthcare professionals were included in this study making a response rate of 99.2%. The prevalence of burnout syndrome among healthcare professionals was 15.1% (95% CI [10.8, 19.9]). Being male (AOR = 3.22:95% CI [1.17, 8.87]), lack of interest in their profession (AOR = 2.66, 95% CI [1.84, 6.02]), experiencing physical violence (AOR = 3.52, 95% CI [1.32, 9.36]), unsatisfied with their job (AOR = 4.17, 95% CI [1.46, 11.90]) were variables found to be significantly associated with burnout syndrome. Burnout is a major problem among working in Dessie Comprehensive Specialized Hospital healthcare professionals. Being male, having no interest in their job, having physical violence, and not being satisfied with their job contributed to burnout syndrome. Interventions to increase interest in there in their job, improve physician-patient relationships, provide safer workplace environments, and increase job satisfaction may be promising strategies to reduce burnout syndrome.