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Rate how often you experience the feelings described in the statements below. Be honest for accurate results.

0 Never

1 A few times a year

2 Once a month

3 A few times a month

4 Once a week

5 A few times a week

6 Every day

Your Assessment Profile

Scores are categorized based on standard occupational health norms.

Note: This tool is for educational purposes. If you are experiencing severe distress, please contact a mental health professional.

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About

Occupational burnout is a psychological syndrome resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. It is characterized by three dimensions: feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion, increased mental distance from one's job (or feelings of negativism or cynicism related to one's job), and reduced professional efficacy. Early identification of these symptoms is critical for preventing long-term physical and mental health consequences.

This tool utilizes the structural framework of the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI), the leading research measure for assessing burnout. Unlike simple stress tests, this assessment separates results into three distinct subscales: Emotional Exhaustion (EE), Depersonalization (DP), and Personal Accomplishment (PA). Accuracy in self-reporting is vital; the validity of the results depends entirely on honest reflection regarding the frequency of specific feelings. This calculator applies standard weighting to generate a risk profile, helping professionals decide if intervention or lifestyle changes are necessary.

Formulas

The total score for each dimension is calculated by summing the frequency weights assigned to specific questions. The frequency scale ranges from 0 (Never) to 6 (Every day).

n∑i=1 w_i = S_dim

Where w is the weight of the selected answer for question i, and S_dim is the total score for the specific dimension (EE, DP, or PA). Note that Personal Accomplishment (PA) operates inversely to the other scales: a lower score indicates a higher degree of burnout.

Reference Data

Dimension	Low Risk Range	Moderate Risk Range	High Burnout Risk
Emotional Exhaustion (EE)	0 - 16	17 - 26	27 +
Depersonalization (DP)	0 - 6	7 - 12	13 +
Personal Accomplishment (PA)	39 +	32 - 38	0 - 31

Frequently Asked Questions

This scale measures feelings of being emotionally overextended and exhausted by one's work. It is the central quality of burnout and the most obvious manifestation of this complex syndrome. High scores indicate that your emotional resources are depleted.

Unlike the other two scales where high numbers indicate high burnout, Personal Accomplishment measures feelings of competence and successful achievement. A high score here is positive (low burnout), while a low score indicates a decline in feelings of competence and productivity.

No. This tool is a screening instrument designed to provide insight into your current state relative to standard burnout profiles. It does not replace a clinical evaluation by a mental health professional.

Depersonalization measures an unfeeling and impersonal response toward recipients of one's service, care, treatment, or instruction. It often manifests as cynicism or detachment from colleagues and clients.

Burnout is a gradual process. Taking the assessment quarterly or bi-annually can help track trends in your mental health. Sudden spikes in scores may indicate immediate environmental or internal stressors that need addressing.