About the Research and Education Department
The APWU Research & Education Department coordinates the union’s research and educational programs, and serves as a clearinghouse for information on labor studies.
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Burnout: Signs, Symptoms, and Prevention
(This article first appeared in the January/February 2023 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine)
The last few years dealing with the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic has caused many people to become overwhelmed and experience burnout. However, many either don’t recognize its symptoms or even know what it is. Burnout is a state of emotional and physical exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It can occur when people are unable to meet constant demands, sapping their energy, and leaving them feeling increasingly hopeless, powerless, or resentful.
