First Advisor
Lily Gatica
Date of Award
Fall 12-2023
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology and University Honors
Department
Psychology
Language
English
Subjects
Mental health workers, Burnout, vicarious trauma, therapists, social workers
DOI
10.15760/honors.1443
Abstract
Burnout poses a significant challenge among mental health workers, impacting both the well-being of practitioners and the outcomes for their patients. The key inquiries guiding this literature review are: what factors contribute to burnout, and what interventions are essential for treating and preventing burnout in mental health professionals? The findings reveal that factors such as level of experience, lack of quality supervision, vicarious trauma, working conditions, and personal beliefs significantly contribute to burnout. Effective prevention and treatment measures for mental health workers vulnerable to burnout encompass self-monitoring, participation in support groups, additional training, and organizational interventions. These insights could serve as valuable considerations for the broader community of helping professionals.
Persistent Identifier
https://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/40984
Recommended Citation
Edwards, Sara, "Unmasking and Addressing Burnout in the Mental Health Profession" (2023). University Honors Theses. Paper 1411.
https://doi.org/10.15760/honors.1443