How to tell if you are burnt out?

The World Health Organisation defines burn-out as "a syndrome conceptualised as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed". PHOTO: ST FILE
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SINGAPORE - Burnout is characterised by physical, mental and emotional exhaustion, which is associated with daily excessive and prolonged stress.

It may not be a medical condition, but it is a work-related mental-health issue. And it can creep up on you.

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