Exploring the dimensions of burnout syndrome among academicians: a survey study
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Academicians, Burnout, Copenhagen burnout, Mental stressAbstract
Background: Burnout has become a growing concern among academicians due to the heavy workload, emotional strain, and constant performance pressures in academic life. It can lead to reduced productivity, low job satisfaction, and poor mental and physical health. Addressing burnout is essential to maintain academic quality, career satisfaction, and institutional effectiveness. This study aimed to assess the levels of burnout among academicians of various disciplines and to identify key factors contributing to it.
Methods: Data were collected from 148 academicians employed in colleges and universities by using the standardized Copenhagen Burnout Inventory through an online survey, distributed via email and social media (Google forms). Participants were informed about the study’s purpose and provided instructions before completing the survey. Each item was rated on a five-point Likert scale, with higher scores indicating greater burnout.
Results: The participants had a mean age of 40.08±8.77 years. Overall, 51.35% reported mild burnout, 33.78% moderate burnout, and 2.7% severe burnout. The highest burnout scores were observed in the personal and work-related domains, whereas colleagues-related burnout was comparatively lower. The findings indicate a high prevalence of burnout among academicians, particularly influenced by gender, marital status, parental responsibilities, academic rank, and commuting stress. Engagement in recreational activities was inversely related to burnout, indicating its protective role.
Conclusions: The study revealed a high prevalence of burnout among academicians, driven by a combination of personal, occupational, and institutional stressors. The findings highlight the need for proactive measures such as workload regulation, supportive mentorship, flexible work policies, and wellness initiatives to promote faculty well-being and prevent professional exhaustion.
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