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Dr Sam O’Sullivan on recognising burnout early – Interview with RNZ Nine to Noon

Dr Sam O’Sullivan on recognising burnout early – Interview with RNZ Nine to Noon
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Have a listen to RNZ’s recent interview with Clearhead Clinical Psychologist Dr Sam O’Sullivan, where he breaks down the early signs of burnout and why they’re so easy to miss. 

During his RNZ Nine to Noon interview, Clearhead Clinical Psychologist Dr Samuel O’Sullivan broke down the subtle early indicators of burnout and offered simple ways individuals can safeguard their wellbeing. He also highlighted that burnout is deeply connected to workplace systems from workload and role clarity to support and culture and that organisations have a clear responsibility to address these drivers. 

Listen to the full interview here: https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/ninetonoon/audio/2019031040/how-to-tell-when-a-bad-work-d… 

Noticing these early signs in yourself can be an important cue to pause and check in. Clearhead is here to support you with tools, guidance, and someone to talk to as you navigate what burnout might look like for you. 

 For organisations wanting to prevent employees from reaching burnout in the first place, our Psychosocial Risk Pulse Tool provides clear insight into which underlying psychosocial hazards are contributing to stress and fatigue — and where to focus your efforts to build a healthier workplace culture. Learn more here: https://www.psychosocialriskpulse.com/ 

 

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