What's the Difference between Stress and Burnout?

Stress v Burnout

Stress	Burnout
Characterised by over-engagement	Characterised by disengagement
Produces urgency and hyperactivity	Produces helplessness and hopelessness
Loss of energy	Loss of motivation, ideals and hope
Leads to anxiety disorders	Leads to detachment and depression
Primary damage is physical	Primary damage is emotional
May shorten life	May make life seem not worth living

Adapted from D. Hart and quoted in 'Stress in Ministry' by R Croucher

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