Dr. Diane Chandler Burnout Theory

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Dr. Diane Chandler, indicated that “burnout has been identified as a complex psychological syndrome comprised of three dimensions: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced personal accomplishment.” (Chandler 1) This is an unfortunate, but real event that can develop in any pastoral life overtime. Burnout needs to recognize early if possible so that this event does not lead to any negative outcome to the pastor as well as the people around him or her. Be it their family, staff and / or congregation. Chandler suggested in her writing that, “when they experience burnout, leaders emotionally decompress, distance themselves from others, and have difficulty functioning normally. “(Chandler1)

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