Article - Nearly half of workers feel exhausted by the end of their work day, research finds
Started by Catherine Eadie
12034 points
Catherine Eadie
The Telus's Mental Health Index revealed that 44% of UK workers feel mentally and/or physically exhausted at the end of the working day, surpassing figures from the US and Canada. The survey of 2000 UK employees highlighted excessive workloads as a leading cause of burnout, with personal demands, lack of recognition at work, and lack of support also contributing. Younger workers are particularly susceptible to burnout due to a desire for progress and ambition. Employers can help prevent burnout by maintaining a healthy work-life balance, setting boundaries, and regularly reviewing workloads.
Key Points
• 44% of UK workers feel mentally and/or physically exhausted at the end of the working day, exceeding figures from the US and Canada.
• Excessive workloads are a leading cause of burnout among UK employees, with personal demands, lack of recognition at work, and lack of support also contributing.
• Younger workers are more prone to burnout due to their desire for progress and ambition.
• Employers can help prevent burnout by promoting a healthy work-life balance, setting boundaries between work and personal life, and regularly reviewing workloads to ensure they are manageable.
• It is essential for organisations to take a proactive stance in defining and promoting a healthy work-life balance to combat burnout effectively.
12034 points
Catherine Eadie
The Telus's Mental Health Index revealed that 44% of UK workers feel mentally and/or physically exhausted at the end of the working day, surpassing figures from the US and Canada. The survey of 2000 UK employees highlighted excessive workloads as a leading cause of burnout, with personal demands, lack of recognition at work, and lack of support also contributing. Younger workers are particularly susceptible to burnout due to a desire for progress and ambition. Employers can help prevent burnout by maintaining a healthy work-life balance, setting boundaries, and regularly reviewing workloads.
Key Points
• 44% of UK workers feel mentally and/or physically exhausted at the end of the working day, exceeding figures from the US and Canada.
• Excessive workloads are a leading cause of burnout among UK employees, with personal demands, lack of recognition at work, and lack of support also contributing.
• Younger workers are more prone to burnout due to their desire for progress and ambition.
• Employers can help prevent burnout by promoting a healthy work-life balance, setting boundaries between work and personal life, and regularly reviewing workloads to ensure they are manageable.
• It is essential for organisations to take a proactive stance in defining and promoting a healthy work-life balance to combat burnout effectively.