02/02/2026
đź§ Burnout is increasingly recognised as a serious issue across mental health and care settings đź§
The World Health Organization defines burnout as an occupational phenomenon linked to chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed.
Research shows it is driven largely by sustained pressure, emotional load and limited recovery, rather than individual weakness.
Evidence-informed approaches that can help reduce burnout risk include:
• Recognising early signs such as emotional exhaustion or detachment
• Building regular recovery time into daily and weekly routines
• Setting and maintaining clear boundaries around work and availability
• Accessing reflective or supportive supervision
• Acknowledging emotional labour as a legitimate demand
Burnout prevention is most effective when individual strategies are supported by compassionate, psychologically informed environments.
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Contact the RHT team today to discuss how we can help you:
www.restoringhope-therapies.co.uk
info@restoringhope-therapies.co.uk
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Sources:
World Health Organization
https://www.who.int/news/item/28-05-2019-burn-out-an-occupational-phenomenon
Maslach Burnout research
https://www.mindgarden.com/collections/maslach-burnout-inventory