Interventions for preventing and managing burnout

Examine the psychological and physiological effects of chronic stress and burnout on individuals’ mental health, physical health, and occupational functioning. Discuss the allostatic load model and the biopsychosocial pathways through which chronic stress contributes to inflammation, immune dysregulation, and cardiovascular disease. Analyze risk factors for burnout, including job demands, lack of autonomy, and work-life imbalance, as well as protective factors such as social support, job resources, and coping strategies. Evaluate interventions for preventing and managing burnout, including stress management programs, resilience training, and organizational interventions aimed at promoting work-life balance and job satisfaction.