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Burnout Test

Author: Melissa Boudin, PsyD

Melissa Boudin PsyD

Dr. Boudin, a clinical psychologist with 15+ years experience, specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief, with additional focus on improving mental health access and resources.

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Medical Reviewer: Elizabeth Nick, PhD Licensed medical reviewer

Published: July 30, 2025

How close are you to burnout?

Burnout happens when ongoing stress, especially from work, caregiving, or constant pressure, leads to emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion. It can leave you feeling detached, drained, and unable to function like you normally do.

This quick, 5-minute burnout quiz can help you get a better sense of whether you’re experiencing burnout, how it may be affecting your life, and what steps you can take to recover.

Disclaimer: While this quiz helps indicate potential symptoms of burnout, it is not a medical test and does not provide a diagnosis. Only a licensed mental health professional can diagnose mental health conditions. You are encouraged to discuss any concerns you have with a mental health professional, for which resources will be provided at the end of the quiz.

Burnout Quiz

Answer the following questions based on how often you’ve experienced each statement in the last month. After you complete the quiz, we will provide you with results and a set of next steps based on your responses.

Feeling emotionally drained or exhausted, even after a full night’s rest

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling physically tired most of the time, no matter how much you rest

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Struggling to find the motivation to start your tasks or responsibilities

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling detached or disconnected from your work or daily roles

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling like you’re “going through the motions” instead of fully engaging in life

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling isolated or unsupported in your work, caregiving role, or other responsibilities

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling anxious or panicked about work, caregiving, or daily responsibilities

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Frequently thinking about quitting your job, stepping away from responsibilities, or “escaping” your current life

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling like no matter what you do, it’s never enough

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling trapped in my routine, with no time or energy to change it

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Frequently second-guessing and questioning your abilities

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling critical or pessimistic about your work or other responsibilities

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Relying on unhealthy habits (overeating, alcohol, excessive scrolling) to cope

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling overwhelmed by even simple tasks or decisions

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling critical or pessimistic about your work or other responsibilities

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

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