Game worlds can draw users into contemplation, self-reflection and recognizing others’ stories, something important for compassionate clinical responses.
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah was one of the more overworked professional football players in recent years.
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When many are struggling to makes ends meet, the idea that multi-millionaire sportsmen are too busy to spend their wealth seems hard to swallow – but it shows that reward doesn’t protect wellbeing
In some OECD countries, workers suffering from depression and burn-out make up than two-thirds of those absent for mental-health reasons. Successful reintegration strategies can help them come back.
In our new research into the careers of Australian architects, a significant portion of respondents felt anxious, distressed, overworked, exhausted and underpaid.
In honour of National Nursing Week May 6-12, consider asking a nurse about their work life. Demand for nursing services in Canada far exceeds the current supply of nurses.
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Surveying more than 5,500 nurses about the realities of their work lives highlights how a shortage of nursing staff could compromise Canadians’ ability to access safe, compassionate care.
Burnout can be particularly challenging for creative people.
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Creative work can be exciting and rewarding, but it also requires a lot of energy and stamina.
For activists struggling with the painful emotions that arise from their work, being self-compassionate might be a valuable source of mental and emotional support.
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Activists can face a lot of stress and even burnout campaigning for the causes they care about. Showing themselves self-compassion can help them deal with that stress.
En essayant d'être multitâche, nous reportons en réalité notre attention d'une tâche à l'autre rapidement, ce qui peut mener à une surcharge cognitive.
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Having interviewed advisers to past and present prime ministers in Australia, Britain, Canada and New Zealand, my new research shows how crucial it is to recruit and train staff – before an election.
Unless businesses deal with the root causes of employee burnout, they will struggle to retain their workforce.
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Many Canadians are still feeling burned out at work. Companies can help by being more accommodating of their workers’ needs and addressing some of the root causes of burnout.