The relationship between burnout and mental well-being of older people

The risk of burnout in older people is increased by various factors, such as chronic diseases, their treatment, emotional stress, loss of a loved one, loss of mobility and independence, and financial problems. In addition, personal habits, such as lack of sleep and poor nutrition, as well as stress at work or social isolation, can lead to the development of burnout. Aging is often associated with poorer mental well-being of older adults who tend to lose their life purpose, autonomy, and disregard personal growth. Nevertheless, positive emotions, a sense of happiness, and social support can help maintain or even improve the well-being of older people. In order to improve mental well-being, it is important to promote social support, lifelong learning, and self-compassion. These factors can reduce the risk of burnout and improve the quality of life of older people. The purpose of this article is to examine the relationship between burnout and mental well-being of people aged 60 and older.