Is It Burnout Or Am I Just Really, Really Tired?

What’s the difference between burnout and extreme tiredness? Have you heard Gen Alpha’s adorable period slang? And why does my foot feel like it’s ringing? In this episode, clinical psychologist Shuktika Bose talks about how to identify, treat and recover from burnout. We also discuss rejuvenating rest versus doomscrolling, the need to set better boundaries at work and why it’s important to complete your stress cycle. Also, why do women burnout faster? Raise your hand if you identify with “Human Giver Syndrome”. Sign up to the Well Newsletter to receive your weekly dose of trusted health expertise without the medical jargon. Ask a question of our experts or share your story, feedback, or dilemma - you can send it anonymously here, email here or leave us a voice note here.THE END BITS Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok. All your health information is in the Well Hub. To find a psychologist, Dr Mariam recommends psychology.org.au If you need mental health support, contact: Lifeline or call 13 11 14 SANE Australia or call 1800 187 263 Beyond Blue or call 1300 224 636 Black Dog Institute Support independent women’s media by becoming a Mamamia subscriberCREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy and Dr MariamGuest: Shuktika BoseSenior Producers: Claire Murphy and Sasha Tannock                                                    Audio Producer: Scott Stronach                                                                                   Video Producer: Julian Rosario Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Information discussed in Well is for education purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice. Listeners should seek their own medical advice, specific to their circumstances, from their treating doctor or health care professional.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.