burnout

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"From our data, there are three things you could do to try to maximize mental sharpness: getting enough sleep, avoiding burnout over long periods of time, and finding ways to reduce depressive traps," says Hutcherson.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

McDonnell and other police officials have said staffing shortages are limiting the department’s ability to respond quickly to low-level crimes, leading to high officer burnout rates, and driving up overtime expenses.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Meanwhile, Alicia says she is considering leaving the profession, as are many of her colleagues, citing high costs of rent in the capital, low salaries and "burnout" since Covid.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

They must contend with “dating app fatigue”—user burnout from the seemingly endless cycle of swiping on potential matches.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Soon there will be signs of emotional instability and forgetfulness, the first symptoms of the burnout.

From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes