ASSESSMENT OF BURNOUT SYNDROME PREVALENCE AMONG HIGHER EDUCATION STUDENTS AND STRATEGIES FOR ITS PREVENTION

Abstract

Burnout syndrome is a common psychological problem among medical students due to high academic workload and emotional stress. This study aimed to evaluate the distribution of burnout components according to gender and academic year and to propose preventive measures. Burnout was assessed using the Maslach Burnout Inventory, measuring emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced personal accomplishment. The findings showed significant differences in burnout levels depending on gender and course of study, with higher emotional exhaustion observed in certain academic years. These results suggest that academic pressure and adaptation to clinical training negatively affect students’ psychological wellbeing. Based on the results, preventive strategies such as optimizing academic workload, providing psychological counseling services, conducting stress management training, and implementing mentorship programs are recommended to improve mental health and academic performance.