What does this Burnout Risk Test measure?

This Burnout Risk Test explores how often you experience patterns linked to burnout, such as emotional and physical exhaustion, detachment or cynicism about work, feeling less effective and having difficulties recovering your energy.

Is this Burnout Risk Test a diagnosis of burnout or depression?

No. This test is a self-help screening tool focused on burnout-related traits. It cannot confirm or exclude a diagnosis of burnout, depression or any other condition. Only a qualified professional can make a diagnosis after a full assessment that also considers physical health and workplace context.

What should I do if my burnout risk score is high?

A higher score suggests that burnout-related patterns may be significantly affecting your wellbeing. It may be helpful to talk with a mental health professional, occupational health or a trusted manager or HR representative about workload, boundaries and support options. Sudden drops in functioning or thoughts of self-harm require urgent professional help.

Burnout Risk Test – Exhaustion & Work-Related Stress Self-Assessment

What this test explores

The test focuses on how often, in your current or recent work/study situation, you experience:

Emotional & physical exhaustion – feeling drained, empty or beyond tired.
Cynicism & detachment – feeling distant, negative or numb toward work and people.
Reduced sense of effectiveness – feeling less capable, slower or like your efforts do not matter.
Recovery & boundaries – difficulty switching off, resting and protecting your energy.

Burnout risk is influenced by workload, control, support, values and personal history. This test cannot tell you “the cause”, but it can give language to experiences that may need attention.

How the test works

You will see one statement at a time. Answer based on your typical experience in your current or most recent job (or studies, if you are a student). All questions are required.

How to use this result

Burnout usually reflects a mismatch between what is being asked of you and the resources, support or meaning available — not a personal weakness. Seeing specific patterns (exhaustion, cynicism, reduced effectiveness, difficulty recovering) can help you think about realistic adjustments and sources of support.

You can use this profile to guide conversations with professionals, managers or trusted people, and to experiment with small changes in workload, rest, boundaries and values alignment.

Burnout Risk Test – FAQ

Is feeling exhausted the same as burnout?

Not always. Many people go through tired periods. Burnout usually combines exhaustion with growing cynicism or detachment and a reduced sense of effectiveness or meaning over time.

Should I quit my job if my burnout risk score is high?

Not necessarily. Some people benefit from changing jobs, others from adjusting workload, boundaries and support in their current role. This test cannot tell you what to decide, but it can highlight how serious the impact feels right now.

Can this test replace a professional assessment?

No. The test is a self-reflection and psychoeducation tool. It cannot evaluate your physical health, workplace conditions or other mental health factors. If your score is high or you feel close to “shutting down”, consider talking with a qualified professional.

Burnout Risk Test