Burnout Test

In 4 minutes, gauge early burnout risk by spotting shifts in energy, mood, and performance. With 20 quick items, it offers a fast checkpoint that can prompt timely support.

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15/20

Burnout Scale (BS)

Assesses the degree of emotional and professional exhaustion associated with burnout symptoms.

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0 – 10: Low | 11 – 14: Moderate | 15 – 20: High

A score of 15 falls in the High range, suggesting pronounced burnout-related exhaustion and possible disconnection.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Overworked office professionals

41%OF USERS

People with demanding desk jobs who feel constant fatigue, reduced focus, and slipping productivity use it as a quick check for early burnout signs.

Caregivers and helping roles

34%OF USERS

Teachers, healthcare staff, social workers, and family caregivers take it when emotional drain and irritability start affecting their patience and wellbeing.

Students and early-career strivers

25%OF USERS

Busy students and new professionals use it when pressure, long hours, and perfectionism begin to cause low motivation and mood changes.

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Burnout Scale (BS)

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10.4

Normal range

6.8 — 13.9

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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?

It screens for early signs of burnout and reduced functioning sometimes described as a pre-burnout state. It provides a rough indicator of stress-related strain across mood, energy, and work effectiveness.

How long does it take and how many items are included?

Completion time is about 4 minutes. The questionnaire includes 20 items.

How should responses be selected?

Select the option that best matches recent, typical experiences rather than an unusual day. Answer all items and avoid overthinking single questions.

How should the results be interpreted?

Results are intended for preliminary self-checking and risk awareness, not diagnosis. Elevated scores suggest the need to review current stress load and consider professional evaluation if symptoms persist or worsen.

When should the results prompt immediate help?

Seek prompt professional support if there are signs of severe distress, inability to function at work or home, or thoughts of self-harm. In urgent situations, contact local emergency services.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Burnout Test - Symptoms and Signs

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This self-report screening tool is designed to support brief self-evaluation of burnout-related concerns. The Burnout Test provides an initial check for early warning signs that may reflect emerging burnout or reduced engagement.

It consists of 20 items and typically takes about 4 minutes to complete. Results are intended for preliminary self-monitoring and may help identify whether further assessment, consultation, or workplace and lifestyle adjustments are warranted.

The Burnout Test is not a diagnostic instrument and should not be used as a substitute for a comprehensive clinical evaluation or treatment planning.

Author: christina-maslach, michael-p-leiter

Literature: Maslach, C., Schaufeli, W. B., & Leiter, M. P. Job burnout. Annual Review of Psychology. 2001.

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