05.10.2018 -
Addiction, Articles, Mental health
Burnout
— when stress becomes debilitating
View our video on burnout and our treatment at The Kusnacht Practice
About burnout
- anxiety and exhaustion
A study by the World Health Organization estimated that 264 million people globally were living with an anxiety disorder. We all react to stress in different ways. Some individuals may experience an enormous amount of stress and process it in a healthy manner. Others may not. Burnout is an anxiety disorder that locks people in a state of emotional, mental and physical exhaustion. The condition is commonly encountered in a work environment, but it can be experienced by anyone in any stressful situation. It exists when a person is no longer able to function adequately.
Symptoms and effects of burnout
Most of us have days when we temporarily feel overloaded, but when the pressure of constant stress becomes intolerable it can take a massive toll on our wellbeing. Burnout reduces a person’s productivity and saps their energy, and can leave them feeling hopeless, angry and resentful. It can also lead to physical problems such as heart palpitations, chest pains, and recurrent sickness. It can also be associated with increased use of alcohol or other substances.
The most common symptoms of burnout
- severe exhaustion and excessive workload
- cynical attitude and behavior
- mood swings and absence of positive emotions
- catastrophic thoughts
- lack of support or rewards
- lack of motivation
Burnout treatment
Stressful experiences that can contribute to burnout can include a heavy workload, financial or legal difficulties, family arguments, relationship problems, health issues or the loss of a loved one. However, with professional help and support from qualified clinical experts it is possible to overcome burnout by learning to process stress in a healthy way. If you believe you may be suffering from burnout please contact us.
Costs
We provide the very best care and comfort. Our fees are typically between CHF 80,000 – CHF 120,000 per week, depending on the requirements of the individual client. Fees are settled directly by the client (we do not work with insurance companies) and we can supply written quotations upon request.
The Kusnacht Practice services are not covered by Swiss health insurances. All costs are to be covered directly by the clients. Patients who are domiciled in Switzerland and are therefore mandatorily health insured may be reimbursed by their health insurance for medical services in accordance with the Federal Law on Health Insurance (KVG) and its implementing provisions.
Michael, aged 49
“I was an extremely successful businessman and dedicated my life to my career. I was so mentally and physically exhausted when I came to The Kusnacht Practice, I was a shell of my former self. I now know how to closely monitor how I’m feeling and react positively to stress.”
Your contact for any help
Eduardo Greghi
+41 43 499 60 50
info@kusnachtpractice.ch
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