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Burnout

Burnout, or complete mental, physical, and emotional exhaustion, can happen when life seems overwhelming. There are ways to recognize and avoid its damaging effects, from taking necessary breaks to seeking the support of others.

What Is Burnout?

On YouTube, the channel "How To ADHD" explains burnout's symptoms, the definition, and how it is a common issue in school/work, especially among younger people.


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Beating Burnout

Harvard Business Review published an article on how business leaders and CEOs handle workplace burnout. Using their advice, the article details four different ways to handle burnout, from realistic goal setting to time management.

Read more here: https://hbr.org/2016/11/beating-burnout.


24 Ways To Avoid Burnout

Perhaps you’re looking for more options to deal with burnout. Check out this massive list of 24 unique ways to beat burnout. Recovery requires determination and willpower to avoid exhaustion. 

Have you ever felt burnout? Let us know in the comments.

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Join us on the SPAN Youth Chat (For Ages 14-26) monthly on Feb 28, 2024, from 4:15 - 5:00 p.m.The SPAN Youth Chat for Ages 14-26


Resources...

Link to SPAN's website: www.spanadvocacy.org
Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: 
Youth in the Know
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