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Burnout — NeuroPsyque

BURNOUT SYNDROME

Specialised assessment and treatment for Professional Burnout in Lisbon

WHAT IS BURNOUT?

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Chronic stress-induced burnout

Burnout Syndrome is a state of physical, emotional and mental exhaustion resulting from chronic stress in the workplace or other highly demanding spheres. It's not just "being tired"; it's a deep exhaustion of the nervous system that affects the ability to function, decreasing or eliminating motivation, impacting overall health and simple well-being.

Most common manifestations

  • Extreme Exhaustion
    Constant fatigue and feeling drained of energy, even after resting.
  • Mental Distancing
    Growing feelings of negativity, cynicism, demotivation and detachment from work.
  • Drop in Productivity
    Difficulty concentrating (brain fog) and reduced professional effectiveness.
  • Physical symptoms
    Tension headaches, sleep disorders, palpitations and muscle tension.

RISK FACTORS AND SIGNS OF BURNOUT

Work overload

Excessive tasks, unrealistic demands and expectations, and long hours that prevent adequate physical and mental recovery.

Environmental

Lack of control

Feeling unable to influence decisions, manage their own time or have autonomy over professional projects.

Organisational

Effort-Reward Imbalance

Intense effort that doesn't translate into recognition, career progression or fair financial compensation.

Psychological

Absence of Limits

Constant difficulty in disconnecting from work (hyperconnectivity), combined with traits of high perfectionism.

Behavioural
Efeitos do stress no cérebro e sistema nervoso

Other factors include a lack of social support, conflicts of values and prolonged exposure to negative work environments.

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EFFECTIVENESS IN TREATMENT
THE BURNOUT

Clinical results consistent with integrated multidisciplinary intervention

80%
of patients see an objective reduction in levels of burnout and emotional exhaustion
36-39%
reduction of exhaustion and cynicism associated, in the first few weeks, with structured Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
67%
of clinical trials demonstrate significant long-term benefit from CBT-based interventions
12+
months of sustained effects when short-term stabilisation and long-term planning interventions are combined

* Full recovery from professional burnout depends on early diagnosis and commitment to the therapeutic plan.

Sources: clinical data, Marine et al. (2006) - Systematic review of burnout prevention programmes; Abdelhadi et al. (2025) - RCT on CBT and academic burnout; Baqutayan et al. (2024) - Meta-analysis of mindfulness and burnout; Awa et al. (2010) - Person-organisation interventions; Kwak et al. (2016) - rTMS for occupational stress (PMC5128350).

TECHNOLOGY AND THE THERAPEUTIC ENVIRONMENT

Impacto do stress no cérebro
Estimulação Magnética Transcraniana para Depressão e Burnout
tDCS na modulação do stress
Abordagens de relaxamento e Acupuntura
tDCS - Estimulação Eléctrica Transcraniana
Mapeamento Cerebral (qEEG)
Clínica Lisboa
Ondas Cerebrais
Fisiologia
Salas de Terapia e Reabilitação
Espaço Clínico NeuroPsyque

THE IMPORTANCE OF ACTING QUICKLY

Ordinary tiredness can disappear with a simple weekend break or a holiday. In Burnout, this is not the case. There is usually a deep attachment to work that is difficult to regulate. Ignoring the symptoms can lead to severe depression, chronic anxiety disorders and even cardiovascular problems. Sometimes you need to take steps backwards to keep going. A specialised medical and psychological assessment is the essential step towards breaking the cycle of exhaustion and protecting your physical, cognitive and emotional health.

💡 Recognising the symptoms of Burnout as something that needs to be looked at is difficult, and takes courage. Trying to assess them is the first necessary step towards regaining control of your professional life and personal well-being.

At Clínica NeuroPsyque, we offer a multidisciplinary and integrated approach. Our assessment consultation allows us to design a cohesive intervention plan, which can encompass psychological support, psychiatric adjustments and advanced neuromodulation therapies, such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), to treat mental fog and profound fatigue. The aim is to rehabilitate your health and equip you with tools for a more balanced future.

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ's about Burnout

Is burnout the same as depression?
No, although they share several symptoms (such as deep fatigue and apathy). Burnout is specifically linked to occupational stress, caused by high, prolonged energy expenditure without full recovery. However, if not treated properly, burnout can evolve into a more serious condition. clinical depression serious and increasingly complex to treat.
How long does treatment for Burnout take?
Recovery varies from person to person and can take from a few weeks to several months. It strongly depends on the severity of the accumulated exhaustion and the time needed for the patient to restructure their lifestyle and, where applicable, their working environment.
Will I need to take medication?
Not always. The main intervention usually involves psychotherapy, reorganising routines and stress management techniques. Medication can be prescribed on a temporary basis by the specialist doctor to relieve intense anxiety symptoms, combat insomnia or treat depressive symptoms that are blocking recovery.
Is time off work (sick leave) compulsory?
In cases of moderate to severe burnout, temporary removal from the stress-generating environment is often recommended to allow the nervous system to recover from the chronic state of "fight or flight". This decision will always be rigorously evaluated by your doctor during the assessment appointment.
Can Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) help with Burnout?
Yes. The chronic stress caused by burnout alters brain circuits, causing severe fatigue and brain fog. A Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is an excellent non-invasive treatment for regulating these neuronal networks, especially when Burnout is accompanied by depressive or anxiety symptoms. resistant anxiety.
Is it possible to prevent a Burnout relapse?
Completely. An essential part of NeuroPsyque's treatment involves equipping the patient with lasting psychological tools, training assertiveness and promoting a reorganisation of habits, allowing them to return to work safely and with well-established limits. It always depends on the condition observed. The initial assessment is carried out at the Psychiatry. Contact us to book an assessment.