Burnout at Work Test

Burnout, a state of severe mental and emotional exhaustion most often caused by work-related stress, can lead to depression or anxiety, strained relationships, and even physical health problems. This test can help you determine if you’re showing signs of burnout.

1. I dread going to work each day.

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2. I often don’t really care what happens to my colleagues or customers.

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3. I feel dissatisfied with my job more often than not.

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4. Starting a new project often feels pointless.

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5. No matter how hard I work, I don’t feel appreciated.

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6. Having to interact with people at my job just feels like a burden.

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7. The work I do makes a real difference in the world.

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8. Even "normal" workdays leave me feeling completely mentally drained.

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9. I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished over the course of my career.

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10. Even when work is tough, I’m able to stay upbeat.

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11. I often feel incapable of handling the tasks required by my job.

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12. It's hard to be there for my loved ones because I’m so drained by work.

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13. I’m often dissatisfied with the quality of my work but don’t have the energy to improve it.

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14. The frustrations of my job have turned me into a cynical person.

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15. Whenever anyone asks me about my job, all I can do is complain.

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16. Being asked to take on a new task fills me with dread.

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17. The pressures of my job feel impossible to manage.

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18. I often feel like a robot, doing my job without thought.

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19. I have control over how I spend my time at work.

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20. I quickly feel overwhelmed when a new problem comes up at work.

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