Burnout

On the opposite spectrum of wellness is burnout, a significant issue among healthcare professionals.  Burnout is the exhaustion of physical or emotional strength or motivation usually as a result of prolonged stress or frustration.  

Signs of Burnout:  

• Decreased satisfaction and sense of accomplishment. 
• Loss of motivation. 
• Sense of failure and self-doubt. 
• Negativity; loss of empathy. 
• Physical symptoms of stress include fatigue, headache, and muscle tension.