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Psychology · Wellbeing

Are You Burned Out?

A free test measuring exhaustion, cynicism, and reduced sense of accomplishment — the three dimensions researchers use to understand burnout.

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27 questions · 4 minutes · No email required

About the burnout test

Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged or chronic stress. It was first studied systematically in the 1970s and has since become one of the most researched occupational and psychological phenomena, formally recognized by the World Health Organization as an occupational phenomenon. Burnout research consistently identifies three core dimensions: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization or cynicism, and a reduced sense of personal accomplishment.

This test measures all three separately, giving you a full percentage breakdown plus an overall burnout level — not just a score, but a genuine profile covering how burnout typically develops, how it shows up in your work, relationships, and body, and a real path forward, including when it's time to bring in additional support.

Three steps to your result

1

Answer 27 questions

One question at a time, on a five-point scale from Strongly Disagree to Strongly Agree, based on how you've generally been feeling over the past few weeks.

2

Get your burnout profile

Scored across three dimensions — Emotional Exhaustion, Depersonalization/Cynicism, and Reduced Personal Accomplishment — to place you on the overall burnout spectrum.

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Explore what it means

A results page that goes beyond a score: how burnout at your level typically shows up, what's driving it, and a genuine, practical path forward.

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27 questions · 4 minutes · No email required

Frequently Asked Questions

What is burnout?
Burnout is a state of chronic physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion resulting from prolonged stress, most commonly related to work, though caregiving, parenting, and other sustained responsibilities can also produce it. It's formally recognized by the World Health Organization as an occupational phenomenon, characterized by exhaustion, cynicism or detachment, and reduced professional efficacy.
Is burnout the same as depression?
No, though they can overlap and share some symptoms, like fatigue and reduced motivation. Burnout is generally understood as a response to chronic situational stress — often tied specifically to work or a particular role — while depression is a broader mood disorder that can occur independent of external circumstances. If your results, or how you've been feeling generally, suggest depression rather than burnout specifically, it's worth speaking with a doctor or mental health professional.
How long does the test take?
About 4 minutes — 27 questions, answered one at a time on a five-point scale.
Is this test scientifically based?
Yes — it's inspired by the three-dimension model most widely used in burnout research, including instruments like the Maslach Burnout Inventory. This test is designed for self-reflection and insight, not as a clinical diagnostic tool.
Can burnout happen outside of work?
Yes. While burnout research began primarily in occupational contexts, the same pattern is well-documented in caregiving, parenting, intensive volunteering, and other situations involving sustained, high-demand responsibility without adequate recovery or support.
What should I do if my results show significant burnout?
Your results page will include specific guidance based on your level, including when it's worth speaking with a doctor or mental health professional — burnout at higher levels often benefits from more than just self-directed changes.

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27 questions. About 4 minutes. Completely private.

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