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Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior

Your brain on burnout

Dec 20, 2022
47:06

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  • Burnout affects the brain's anatomy and cognitive skills, leading to lasting impacts on mental health.
  • Recognizing burnout as a serious condition and addressing it early can prevent long-term neurological damage.

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Understanding Burnout and Its Impact on the Brain

Burnout is more than emotional exhaustion from overwork. It is a condition that affects the brain and body, leading to substantial physical and cognitive consequences. Recent research shows that burnout can cause distinctive changes in brain anatomy and function, affecting cognitive skills like memory and emotional regulation. Burnout is not just a temporary state but can have lasting impacts on brain structure and function.

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