2023-04-25 01:00:13
- Mexico is one of the countries with the most employees with Burnout Syndrome.
- The sum of overwork together with personal concerns are a dangerous combination that causes the appearance of this condition.
- In our country, less than 10% of workers can access specialized mental health services.
Suffering from physical and mental fatigue on a permanent basis is synonymous with something not being right. There is a high probability that it is a case of Burnout syndrome although it is always necessary to receive a professional diagnosis. It cannot be assumed in advance or fall into bad practices such as self-medication because the damage is greater.
Anguish, tension, excessive worry, bad mood and lack of concentration are just some of the symptoms that people with Burnout syndrome. In fact, Mexico is one of the countries with the highest prevalence of ‘burnt out’ employees.
Some facts to take into account
- 61% of construction workers feel tension and anguish on a regular basis.
- 60% of restaurateurs have trouble concentrating at work.
- 27% of government workers have sleep problems.
- 30% of finance employees have felt unhappy or depressed in the past year.
“The prevalence of Burnout Syndrome in companies is alarming, we have detected that this leads to problems such as low productivity, internal conflicts, high turnover, even difficulty acquiring new skills or knowledge, but when the leader is the one who presents burnout, the effects impact the entire team or company”, Anabel Fernández, CEO and founder of Affor Health.
The specialist also points out that in the country, less than 10% of workers can access specialized mental health services. Those who achieve it are located in the largest cities in the country such as Monterrey, Mexico City and Guadalajara; while the percentage decreases when it comes to smaller states or states with a smaller number of inhabitants.
What the symptoms say
The first symptom of a medical leader with Burnout syndrome is he extreme tiredness and fatigue. This type of fatigue is not relieved by rest and can leave a person feeling overwhelmed and lacking in energy. Second, irritability and impatience can set in, which can lead to unprofessional behavior and strained relationships with colleagues and subordinates.
It also stands out, as a third symptom, the emotional disconnection. A loss of interest in work and a lack of motivation. In addition, there can be a constant lack of concentration and productivity, which can make it difficult to complete tasks and meet deadlines. Finally, a medical leader with Burnout syndrome You may experience physical problems such as headaches, digestive problems and sleep disorders.
detection and treatment
“It is important to prevent and treat psychosocial risks in the workplace because they can have a significant impact on the mental health of workers and on the efficiency of the company in general. Early detection of burnout can prevent its progression and help employees recover faster”, adds the CEO and founder of Affor Health.
He also points out that occupational mental health programs improve the attitude and productivity of collaborators, and when it comes to an area leader, the benefits are greater.
On the other hand, the treatment of Burnout syndrome It can reduce the costs associated with low productivity, staff turnover and the difficulty of a company to recruit key talent, since the work environment is a factor for professionals to choose to collaborate in a company.
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