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Depression And Burnout: Emerging Phenomena

Due to the fact that mental illnesses and crises have been brought more and more into the public eye in recent years, it quickly becomes clear that there has been a significant increase in two of them in particular: depression and burnout. These mental illnesses are usually associated with very serious impairments in the area of everyday life and performance.

The Difference between Depression and Burnout

Burnout syndrome is a risk condition that occurs as a result of long-term work overload. It increases the risk of mental illness and often occurs together with mental or physical illnesses, for example depression, anxiety or sleep disorders. Depression is a pathological mood disorder. Its typical signs are a depressed mood and a constant lack of interest. In addition, it is difficult to cope with everyday tasks over a long period of time. In some cases, people can experience both burnout and depression simultaneously.

Germany tops the list

Germany is one of the frontrunners in Europe in this area, with an overall share of 10.8% in the area of chronic depression. When it comes to burnout, the situation is no better.  In 2017, 21 % of employed respondents said they frequently suffered from stress at their workplace, compared to only about 18 % in 2012. The number of psychological stresses continues to rise. Almost half (49%) of these stressed people report feeling emotionally exhausted due to their work, which in turn can lead to a higher risk of burnout.

Burnout at its peak  in Switzerland

Here too, almost 49% of frequently stressed people feel emotionally exhausted at work. This figure is 13% for workers who are less frequently or never stressed. Emotional exhaustion is considered a sign of a high risk of burnout and is associated with poor health. Emotionally drained people (24%) are six times more likely to show signs of moderate to severe depression than those who do not feel emotionally drained (4%). Currently, Switzerland is struggling with a significant increase in cases of burnout. The percentage of affected workers between 16 – 65 years old, is 30.3%, which is the highest since 2014. However, the greatest discrepancy is seen between the sexes. In the 16-24 age group, 41% of women say they are affected by emotional exhaustion, while only 14.4% of men say the same.

Ways of the gloomy mood

Whether you struggle to get going in the morning, are prone to an afternoon slump or feel completely drained at the end of the day, experts say even small lifestyle changes can make a big difference to your energy. In our article How To Feel Better, we explain to you how to get back on track.

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