Stress Management: 01. Understanding Stress and Burnout

Stress Management: 01. Understanding Stress and Burnout

Learning objectives

  • Recognize Types of Stress: Identify different types of stressmacute, episodic, and chronicmand pinpoint key stressors.
  • Identify Common Causes: Recognize and describe common sources of stress and burnout, including workplace dynamics, personal responsibilities, and lifestyle factors.
  • Identify Signs of Stress and Burnout: Detect and assess signs of stress and burnout, such as emotional exhaustion, mental detachment, and decreased performance, to identify indicators of deteriorating well-being.
  • Differentiate Between Stress and Burnout: Understand the differences between stress and burnout through examples, and their effects on personal and professional well-being.

Course overview

This course offers insights into the different types of stress, their causes, and their effects on our mental, emotional, and physical well-being. You’ll learn how to recognize the signs of stress and burnout early and adopt strategies to manage and prevent them effectively.

The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.


  • 7 minutes
  • Format: Video
  • Tier: 1
  • Course ID: 8338
Language Icon English
Course Outline
  • 3 Types of Stress
  • Common Causes and Effects
  • Stress vs. Burnout
  • Managing Stress
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