Factors Affecting Work-Related Burnout among Professionals Working with Individuals with Special Needs

Professionals working with individuals with special needs often experience fatigue, as emotional and professional exhaustion lead to ineffective behaviors in their daily work with these individuals. Through this study, the assessment of the relationship with work and the factors that directly influence the work of professionals working with individuals with special needs is made possible. Various factors, such as self-perception related to the level of motivation, the emotional state experienced by professionals, insecurity, dissatisfaction, or factors related to time management, especially the increased documentation workload and lack of physical conditions, emerge as some of the key contributors to burnout among these professionals. The study findings highlight the importance of institutional interventions for managing burnout and professional development so that these professionals remain effective, engaged, and motivated in their work. This, in turn, leads to more productive work in enhancing the development and quality of life of individuals with disabilities. Received: 14 February 2025 / Accepted: 24 June 2025 / Published: 05 July 2025