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How Burnout Affects Mental Health

A person with their head resting on folded arms at a desk beside a laptop and headphones, conveying exhaustion, overwhelm, and burnout related to prolonged stress and mental health strain.

Burnout develops gradually. It often begins as ongoing stress that never fully resolves, eventually overwhelming the nervous system. Over time, this can affect emotional regulation, cognitive functioning, physical health, and one’s sense of self. Some common mental health impacts of burnout include: For neurodivergent individuals, burnout may be compounded by masking, sensory overload, or navigating […]