Bouncing back: Ways to find your footing after a burnout

Anyone who feels they can hardly cope at work and can no longer relax in their free time should be taking these symptoms seriously. Sometimes a time-out can help. — dpa

JOB burnout has got a lot of attention in recent years. What is it exactly, and what can you do if it has crept up on you?

It's not classified as a medical condition. The World Health Organisation (WHO) describes burnout as a syndrome "resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed," characterised by energy depletion or exhaustion, increased mental distance from one’s job and reduced professional efficacy.