Managing Stress and Educator Burnout

How can stress factors be reduced?

• By increasing workload

• By practising time management and self-care

• By avoiding all responsibilities

• By isolating oneself

What is true about individual stress levels?

• Everyone experiences stress the same way

• Stress levels and reactions vary from person to person

• Stress is always positive

• Stress is always negative

What is positive stress?

• Stress that motivates and enhances performance

• Stress that causes burnout

• Stress that leads to chronic health issues

• Stress that is ignored

What is a common symptom of stress?

• Increased energy

• Improved focus

• Headaches and fatigue

• Enhanced immune function

How can stressors and their impact on well-being be reduced?

• By avoiding all challenges

• By practising self-care and seeking support

• By working longer hours

• By ignoring the stressors

What is educator burnout?

• A temporary feeling of tiredness

• A state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress

• A lack of interest in teaching

• A desire to change careers

Which occupational factor can contribute to educator burnout?

• Supportive colleagues

• Excessive workload

• Adequate resources

• Positive work environment

How can the environment contribute to educator burnout?

• By providing adequate resources

• By creating a supportive atmosphere

• By being chaotic and unsupportive

• By encouraging work-life balance

What is a workplace strategy to reduce educator burnout?

• Increasing workload

• Providing professional development opportunities

• Ignoring employee concerns

• Reducing breaks

How can self-awareness help educators manage emotions?

• By ignoring emotions

• By recognising and addressing emotions in a healthy way

• By suppressing emotions

• By avoiding emotional situations