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The test evaluates the following areas: workload, control, reward, community, fairness and values. (Leiter & Maslach, 2005)
There are three levels of burnout: trait, state and activity. At the trait level the worker is nonfunctional; it encompasses all facets of their life, is extremely serious and requires immediate intervention. The state level is periodic and situational. It can be problematic but is usually relieved. And last, burnout maybe activity based. This level occurs when an activity is performed over and over at intense levels. The best way of decreasing the chances of burnout that is activity based is to change the routine up.
There is another way to characterize burnout, by stages. Edelwick & Brodsky (2005) reports that one who is experiencing burnout may go through four stages. (James, pg.486) Stage 1 is Enthusiasm. This is when a worker enters the workplace with high hopes and unrealistic expectations. Such a view will inevitably end up in Stage 2, Stagnation. This is where the workers financial, personal and career needs are not being met. Management policy can help head off stagnation by providing a variety of incentives. If the reinforcers do not occur, the worker will move on to the next stage. That stage is Frustration and it causes the worker to question the effectiveness, value and the impact of their efforts while facing mounting obstacles. Frustration in an organization can have a domino effect on the others. If the problem is not resolved then Apathy, the …show more content…
Therefore, taking the steps to boost your ego would be a great place to start. Setting realistic goals for yourself and attaining them will give you a sense of job satisfaction. You will need to look toward the future, know your job, ask for help when needed and remember why you choose your profession. You will need to take care of yourself by getting sufficient rest, eating nutritiously, paying attention to your body's stress signals and exercising regularly. Exercising can create an increase sense of well being.
You may choose to practice stress reducing strategies such as; yoga, breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, messages and meditation. Developing a strong support system is highly recommended as well. You can surround yourself with friends and family with whom you feel supported. Or you can attend a support group where you can share your concerns and feelings. You may choose to see a counselor or therapist if needed. You should make conscious decisions of how you want to spend your time in order to create a balanced and fulfilling life.
Optimism therapy could be the answer for you. Optimism therapy uses "proactive" coping as a valuable and useful coping strategy when dealing with
There are three levels of burnout: trait, state and activity. At the trait level the worker is nonfunctional; it encompasses all facets of their life, is extremely serious and requires immediate intervention. The state level is periodic and situational. It can be problematic but is usually relieved. And last, burnout maybe activity based. This level occurs when an activity is performed over and over at intense levels. The best way of decreasing the chances of burnout that is activity based is to change the routine up.
There is another way to characterize burnout, by stages. Edelwick & Brodsky (2005) reports that one who is experiencing burnout may go through four stages. (James, pg.486) Stage 1 is Enthusiasm. This is when a worker enters the workplace with high hopes and unrealistic expectations. Such a view will inevitably end up in Stage 2, Stagnation. This is where the workers financial, personal and career needs are not being met. Management policy can help head off stagnation by providing a variety of incentives. If the reinforcers do not occur, the worker will move on to the next stage. That stage is Frustration and it causes the worker to question the effectiveness, value and the impact of their efforts while facing mounting obstacles. Frustration in an organization can have a domino effect on the others. If the problem is not resolved then Apathy, the …show more content…
Therefore, taking the steps to boost your ego would be a great place to start. Setting realistic goals for yourself and attaining them will give you a sense of job satisfaction. You will need to look toward the future, know your job, ask for help when needed and remember why you choose your profession. You will need to take care of yourself by getting sufficient rest, eating nutritiously, paying attention to your body's stress signals and exercising regularly. Exercising can create an increase sense of well being.
You may choose to practice stress reducing strategies such as; yoga, breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, messages and meditation. Developing a strong support system is highly recommended as well. You can surround yourself with friends and family with whom you feel supported. Or you can attend a support group where you can share your concerns and feelings. You may choose to see a counselor or therapist if needed. You should make conscious decisions of how you want to spend your time in order to create a balanced and fulfilling life.
Optimism therapy could be the answer for you. Optimism therapy uses "proactive" coping as a valuable and useful coping strategy when dealing with