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Burnout: Coping mechanisms

Researchers listed fifteen different coping strategies commonly used by people experiencing burnout. Not all coping mechanisms are constructive.

Social support
Humour
Better planning of workload
Restraint
Focus on solving the problem
Personal growth
Positive reinterpreting of your challenges
Distracting activities
Religion
Acceptance
Substance abuse
Behavioural disengagement
Venting of emotions
Denying the situation
Cognitive avoidance

Regardless of the coping strategies you use, try not to push through burnout. Attempt to get support, take a break, and make space for self-reflection.

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