Abstract

RODRIGUEZ CARVAJAL, Raquel  and  RIVAS HERMOSILLA, Sara de. Stress and burnout at work: differences, updates and lines of intervention. Med. segur. trab. [online]. 2011, vol.57, suppl.1, pp.72-88. ISSN 1989-7790.  https://dx.doi.org/10.4321/S0465-546X2011000500006.

Today´s workplace is constantly changing. Organizations are confronted with multiple challenges, brought by globalization and instability. This situation causes many professionals to experience frustration and a high level of emotional tension, which may easily lead to increased levels of occupational stress and burnout. The importance of studying occupational stress and burnout has led to an increase in the scientific productivity in these areas during the last years. The present literature review provides an overview and update of both occupational stress and burnout processes. The main models are presented as well as the current variables in study. The main lines of intervention that have been developed to date are also reviewed.

Keywords : Psychological Stress; Burnout; Intervention Studies.

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