Síndrome de Burnout en profesionales sanitarios en un hospital universitario de España / Burnout syndrome in health professionals at a university hospital in Spain

Objetivo Evaluar el riesgo de Burnout en los profesionales sanitarios del Hospital Universitario de Huesca, 50 años después de su inauguración, investigar las variables relacionadas con la motivación laboral de los sanitarios del hospital y valorar los factores predisponentes y protectores del riesgo de Burnout. Material y métodos Estudio observacional, analítico, prospectivo, unicéntrico mediante cuestionario, de todos los profesionales sanitarios que trabajaban en el Hospital San Jorge de Huesca, de septiembre de 2017 a abril de 2019 (n=209). Resultados La edad media fue de 42,86 años. El 72,2% eran mujeres. Un 12,4% presentaba riesgo moderado de Burnout. Existía un 12,4% de cansancio emocional alto, un 36,8% de despersonalización alta y un 44,5% de realización personal baja. El Burnout se asoció estadísticamente significativo a la categoría profesional (p=0,010), trayectoria profesional (p=0,026), horas de trabajo a la semana (p=0,036), elección de la misma profesión (p=0,001) y recomendación a la descendencia (p<0,001). Conclusiones Una décima parte de la muestra presentaba riesgo moderado de Burnout. Casi la mitad de los sanitarios constataban alto grado de satisfacción con el ámbito de trabajo y la mayoría expresaba un uso adecuado de las estrategias de bienestar y alto grado de autonomía, reconocimiento y satisfacción en el trabajo (AU)Objective

To evaluate the risk of Burnout in the health professionals of the Huesca University Hospital, 50 years after its inauguration, to investigate the variables related to the work motivation of the hospital health personnel and to assess the predisposing and protective factors of the risk of Burnout. Material and methods An observational, analytical, prospective and unicentric study was conducted from September 2017 to April 2019, evaluating all the health professionals who worked at the Hospital San Jorge de Huesca (n=209). Results The mean age was 42.86 years. 72.2% were women. 12.4% had moderate risk of burnout. There was 12.4% of high emotional exhaustion, 36.8% of high depersonalization and 44.5% of low personal accomplishment. Burnout was statistically significant associated with the professional category (P=.010), work experience (P=.026), hours of work per week (P=.036), choice of the same profession (P=.001) and recommendation to the offspring (P<.001). Conclusions One tenth of the sample had a moderate risk of burnout. Almost half of the health workers confirmed a high degree of satisfaction with the work environment and the majority expressed an adequate use of well-being strategies and a high degree of autonomy, recognition and satisfaction at work (AU)

Prevalencia del síndrome de desgaste en radiólogos españoles / Prevalence of burnout syndrome in Spanish radiologists

Objetivos: Analizar la prevalencia y grado del síndrome de desgaste profesional entre radiólogos en España. Como objetivos secundarios se pretende identificar sus posibles factores desencadenantes y atenuantes para implementar intervenciones preventivas y correctivas, disminuyendo el estrés asociado y aumentando el rendimiento y la satisfacción laboral de los radiólogos. Material y métodos: Estudio transversal y observacional realizado mediante una encuesta en línea, anónima y voluntaria, desarrollada a través de formularios de Google® y dirigida a radiólogos especialistas y en formación. La encuesta se estructura en tres apartados: una valoración cualitativa del grado del síndrome de desgaste profesional a través del Maslach Burnout Inventory Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS), el segundo constituido por una serie de preguntas sociodemográficas y laborales, y el último apartado centrado en las posibles causas de estrés y de mejora en el entorno laboral. Los resultados de la encuesta se analizaron estadísticamente para determinar la asociación entre las variables y el síndrome, así como para determinar posibles factores de riesgo y protectores.Resultados: Tras difundir la encuesta en redes sociales y correo electrónico se recibieron un total de 226 respuestas (175 de especialistas y 51 de residentes). La media de edad fue 41 años (desviación estándar de 11 años, rango de 25 a 68), sin predominancia de género (52% hombres). La prevalencia del síndrome fue del 33%, sin diferencias significativas entre adjuntos y residentes. No se han identificado factores de riesgo que se asocien con el desgaste profesional. Tener docencia en el lugar de trabajo fue el único factor de protección.(AU)

Background and aimsThe primary objective was to analyze the prevalence and degree of professional burnout in radiologists in Spain. Secondary objectives were to identify possible factors that increase or decrease the risk of burnout to enable preventive and corrective measures, decrease the stress associated with this condition, and thereby increase radiologists’ performance and satisfaction at work.Material and methodsThis cross-sectional observational study used a voluntary, anonymous online survey of attending radiologists and residents through Google Forms®. The survey was structured into three sections: a qualitative assessment of the degree of professional burnout with the Maslach Burnout Inventory Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS), a series of sociodemographic and work-related questions, and a final section centered on possible causes of stress and improvements to the working environment.The results of the survey were analyzed statistically to determine which variables were associated with burnout syndrome as well as to identify possible risk factors and protective factors.ResultsAfter disseminating the survey through social networks and email contacts, we received a total of 226 responses (175 from attending radiologists and 51 from residents; 52% men; mean age, 41±11 years; age range, 25-68). The prevalence of the syndrome was 33%, without significant differences between attending radiologists and residents. No risk factors associated with burnout were identified. Teaching in the workplace was the only protective factor.ConclusionsOne-third of the respondents had burnout syndrome. Because the consequences of this syndrome can affect professionals’ personal life and their ability to do their jobs, early detection and intervention should be prioritized.(AU)

Prevalence of burnout syndrome in Spanish radiologists.

BACKGROUND AND AIMS: The primary objective was to analyze the prevalence and degree of professional burnout in radiologists in Spain. Secondary objectives were to identify possible factors that increase or decrease the risk of burnout to enable preventive and corrective measures, decrease the stress associated with this condition, and thereby increase radiologists' performance and satisfaction at work. MATERIAL AND METHODS: This cross-sectional observational study used a voluntary, anonymous online survey of attending radiologists and residents through Google Forms®. The survey was structured into three sections: a qualitative assessment of the degree of professional burnout with the Maslach Burnout Inventory Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS), a series of sociodemographic and work-related questions, and a final section centered on possible causes of stress and improvements to the working environment. The results of the survey were analyzed statistically to determine which variables were associated with burnout syndrome as well as to identify possible risk factors and protective factors. RESULTS: After disseminating the survey through social networks and email contacts, we received a total of 226 responses (175 from attending radiologists and 51 from residents; 52% men; mean age, 41 ± 11 years; age range, 25-68). The prevalence of the syndrome was 33%, without significant differences between attending radiologists and residents. No risk factors associated with burnout were identified. Teaching in the workplace was the only protective factor. CONCLUSIONS: One-third of the respondents had burnout syndrome. Because the consequences of this syndrome can affect professionals' personal life and their ability to do their jobs, early detection and intervention should be prioritized.

[Burnout syndrome in health professionals at a university hospital in Spain]. / Síndrome de Burnout en profesionales sanitarios en un hospital universitario de España.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the risk of Burnout in the health professionals of the Huesca University Hospital, 50 years after its inauguration, to investigate the variables related to the work motivation of the hospital health personnel and to assess the predisposing and protective factors of the risk of Burnout. MATERIAL AND METHODS: An observational, analytical, prospective and unicentric study was conducted from September 2017 to April 2019, evaluating all the health professionals who worked at the Hospital San Jorge de Huesca (n=209). RESULTS: The mean age was 42.86 years. 72.2% were women. 12.4% had moderate risk of burnout. There was 12.4% of high emotional exhaustion, 36.8% of high depersonalization and 44.5% of low personal accomplishment. Burnout was statistically significant associated with the professional category (P=.010), work experience (P=.026), hours of work per week (P=.036), choice of the same profession (P=.001) and recommendation to the offspring (P<.001). CONCLUSIONS: One tenth of the sample had a moderate risk of burnout. Almost half of the health workers confirmed a high degree of satisfaction with the work environment and the majority expressed an adequate use of well-being strategies and a high degree of autonomy, recognition and satisfaction at work.

Prevalencia de Síndrome de Burnout en estudiantes de medicina de una institución universitaria de Cartagena-Colombia

Introducción: Los estudiantes universitarios se ven envueltos en situaciones de estrés y ansiedad que afectan su proceso académico y calidad de vida. Sin el acompañamiento adecuado, el estrés puede desencadenar en problemas psicológicos mayores, tales como el Síndrome de Burnout. Objetivo: Identificar la prevalencia del Síndrome de Burnout en estudiantes de medicina de una institución universitaria en Cartagena durante el primer período del año 2019. Materiales y Métodos: Estudio descriptivo de tipo cuantitativo, la población fueron estudiantes del programa de medicina de una institución universitaria de Cartagena, matriculados en el primer período del año 2019, se aplicó el test de Maslach Burnout Inventory Student Survey (MBI-SS-1981), el cual mide tres parámetros indicadores de Síndrome de Burnout. Resultados: Se realizaron 383 encuestas, el 63% fueron de género femenino, el 91,7% son solteros, el 53% está entre los 20 y los 25 años, la prevalencia del Síndrome de Burnout fue de 30.8%. Conclusión: El Síndrome de Burnout en los estudiantes del programa de medicina de la institución Universitaria de la ciudad de Cartagena presenta una prevalencia importante, por tanto, es necesario diseñar estrategias que permitan su prevención.

Introduction: University students are involved in situations of stress and anxiety that affect their academic process and quality of life. Without the proper accompaniment, stress can trigger major psychological problems, such as Burnout Syndrome. Objective: To identify the prevalence of Burnout Syndrome in medical students of a university institution in Cartagena during the first period of 2019. Materials and Methods: Descriptive quantitative study, the population were students of the medicine program of a university institution in Cartagena, enrolled in the first period of 2019, the Maslach Burnout Inventory Student Survey (MBI-SS-1981) test was applied, which measures three indicator parameters of Burnout Syndrome.. Results: 383 surveys were carried out, 63% were female, 91.7% are single, 53% are between 20 and 25 years old, the prevalence of Burnout Syndrome was 30.8%. Conclusion: The Burnout Syndrome in the students of the medicine program of the University institution of the city of Cartagena presents an important prevalence, therefore, it is necessary to design strategies that allow its prevention.

Síndrome de burnout en trabajadores del área de Enfermería hospitalaria de Ciénaga, Colombia / Burnout syndrome in workers at the hospital nursing area in Ciénaga, Colombia

Objetivo: determinar la prevalencia del síndrome de burnout en los profesionales de Enfermería que trabajan en el área de atención hospitalaria en el municipio de Ciénaga, Magdalena (Colombia).Método: estudio descriptivo transversal con 64 trabajadores del área de Enfermería, a los cuales se les aplicó el Maslach Burnout Inventory con sus tres dimensiones: agotamiento emocional, despersonalización y realización. El cuestionario fue autoadministrado en línea. Se llevó a cabo estadística descriptiva y la prueba de correlación no paramétrica de Rho de Spearman para calcular correlación entre las variables sociodemográficas y profesionales, y las tres dimensiones del burnout.Resultados: de los 64 participantes estudiados, el 100% era de género femenino, con una mayor participación en edades entre 25 y 31 años (28,1%). Un 46,9% era soltera, la gran mayoría tenía un contrato de prestación de servicios (90,6%) y un 64,1% tenía un nivel de escolaridad de técnico. El 71,9% presentó un agotamiento emocional medio-bajo, el 73,4% manifestó un bajo nivel de despersonalización y prácticamente todas (93,8%) tenían un nivel bajo de realización, no teniendo ninguna un nivel alto. Se halló una correlación positiva baja (Rho= 0,322; p= 0,021) entre la edad y la despersonalización.Conclusiones: los niveles de burnout en los profesionales de Enfermería son medio-bajos, pero destaca el bajo nivel de realización personal que tienen las enfermeras. A pesar de que se halló una débil correlación positiva entre la edad y la despersonalización, el bajo número de participantes sugiere que se interprete con cautela, siendo necesaria más investigación al respecto.(AU)

Objective: to determine the prevalence of burnout syndrome in Nursing professionals working at the hospital care area in the Ciénaga district, Magdalena (Colombia).Method: a descriptive cross-sectional study with 64 workers from the Nursing area, who answered the Maslach Burnout Inventory with its three dimensions: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and personal achievement. The questionnaire was self-administered on-line. Descriptive statistics was conducted, and the non-parametric Spearman Rank Correlation Coefficient was applied to calculate the correlation between sociodemographic and professional variables, and the three burnout dimensions.Results: of the 64 participants studied, 100% were female, with higher participation in ages from 25 to 31 years (28.1%); 46,9% were single, the vast majority had a service contract (90.6%) and 64.1% had a technician level of education. The results were that 71.9% presented medium-low emotional exhaustion, 73.4% reported a low level of depersonalization, and practically all of them (93.8%) had a low level of personal achievement, with none presenting a high level. There was a low positive correlation (Rho= 0.322; p= 0.021) between age and depersonalization.Conclusions: burnout levels in Nursing professionals are medium-low; but the low level of personal achievement among nurses stands out. Even though a weak positive correlation was found between age and depersonalization, the low number of participants suggests that this should be carefully interpreted, and further research on the matter is required.(AU)

Prevalencia del Síndrome burnout en época covid-19 / Prevalence of burnout syndrome in time covid-19

El estudio se llevó a cabo entre los meses de mayo a julio de 2021. Se recogieron datos de 56 profesionales todos ellos trabajadores del Hospital Universitario Río Hortega de Valladolid (Castilla y León), con el objetivo de describir si los profesionales que eran muestra de estudio presentaban o no riesgo de padecer Síndrome de Burnout (también denominado síndrome del quemado). Se realizó una recolección sistemática de variables utilizando para ello un doble cuestionario que consta de una primera parte en la que se recogen datos sociodemográficos, profesionales e individuales y una segunda parte la cual, es el propio cuestionario Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) adaptado al español. Se realizó un estudio transversal y analítico en el que, tras el análisis de los datos recogidos, se obtuvo que la prevalencia de profesionales de la muestra que pueden desarrollar el Síndrome de Burnout en el momento del estudio es del 64,29% (correspondiente a 36 profesionales que presentan al menos en 1 ítem del cuestionario Burnout un resultado “Alto”), lo cual quiere decir que el riesgo de nuestros sanitarios de padecer el Síndrome es alto. Además, se analizaron factores que pueden aumentar o incidir en el riesgo de aparición del Síndrome como son: sexo, edad, número de hijos, estado civil, categoría profesional, tipo de contrato, antigüedad profesional, horario laboral, lugar de trabajo, baja laboral en el último año, horas semanales dedicadas al ocio, existencia de enfermedad crónica, toma de psicofármacos, además de unas preguntas de autopercepción relacionadas con el periodo de pandemia por Covid-19. (AU)

The study was carried out between the months of May to November 2021. Data were collected from 56 professionals, all of them workers at the Río Hortega University Hospital in Valladolid (Castilla y León), with the aim of describing whether the professionals who were a sample of study had or did not have a risk of suffering from Burnout Syndrome (also called burnout syndrome) A systematic collection of variables was carried out using a double questionnaire that consists of a first part in which sociodemographic, professional and individual data are collected and a second part which is the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) questionnaire adapted to Spanish We carried out a cross-sectional and analytical study in which, after analyzing the data collected, we obtained that the prevalence of professionals in the sample who may develop Burnout Syndrome at the time of the study is 64.29% (corresponding to 36 professionals that present at least 1 item of the Burnout questionnaire a “High” result), which means that the risk of our health workers of suffering from the Syndrome is high. In addition, factors that can increase or influence the risk of the appearance of Syndrome were analyzed, such as: sex, age, number of children, marital status, professional category, type of contract, professional seniority, working hours, place of work, sick leave In the last year, weekly hours dedicated to leisure, existence of chronic disease, taking psychotropic drugs, as well as some self-perception questions related to the Covid-19 pandemic period. (AU)

Síndrome de Burnout en profesionales de la salud antes y durante la pandemia de COVID-19 / Burnout Syndrome Among Health Professionals Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Objective: To describe the differences in burnout syndrome (BS) before and during the COVID-19 pandemic among health professionals, according to prevalence, levels, sociodemographic, occupational, risk, and protective factors. Methods: A comparative descriptive study was conducted, with two samples of similar characteristics from public hospitals in Peru. The sample was 177 for 2019 and 167 for 2021. The instrument used was the Maslach Burnout Inventory. Results: It was found that there is a higher prevalence of BS and lower personal fulfillment (PF) during the pandemic. For BS, female sex is a risk factor during the pandemic. For emotional exhaustion (EE), the female gender is a risk factor before and during the pandemic. For depersonalization (DP), being 39 years of age or older is a protective factor before the pandemic. Conclusions: There are significant differences in the scores of BS, EE, and PF; no significant differences for DP were found in both periods(AU)

Objetivo: Describir las diferencias en el síndrome de burnout (BS) antes y durante la pandemia de COVID-19 en los profesionales de la salud, según la prevalencia, niveles, factores sociodemográficos, ocupacionales, de riesgo y protectores. Materiales y Métodos: Se realizó un estudio descriptivo comparativo, con dos muestras de características similares de hospitales públicos en Perú. La muestra fue de 177 para 2019 y 167 para 2021. El instrumento utilizado fue el Inventario de Burnout de Maslach. Resultados: Se encontró que existe una mayor prevalencia de BS y menor realización personal (RP) durante la pandemia. Para BS, el sexo femenino es un factor de riesgo durante la pandemia. Para el agotamiento emocional (AE), el género femenino es un factor de riesgo antes y durante la pandemia. Para la despersonalización (DE), la edad de 39 años y más es un factor protector antes de la pandemia. Conclusiones: Existen diferencias significativas en las puntuaciones de BS, AE y RP; para DE no se encontraron diferencias significativas en ambos períodos(AU)

Impacto del estrés laboral en el bienestar psicológico del personal de un hospital público de medellín, colombia

Objetivo: Determinar si el estrés laboral repercute en la percepción subjetiva de bienestar psicológico del personal asistencial de un hospital de Medellín, Colombia. Material y Método: Estudio con diseño cuantitativo, no experimental, transversal; la unidad de análisis fue el personal asistencial conformado por enfermeras/os, auxiliares de enfermería, médicos generales y especialistas; el muestreo no probabilístico intencional fue de 129 participantes; la modalidad de medición fue híbrida utilizando un cuestionario aplicado por Google Forms que midió 2 variables: Estrés laboral y Bienestar psicológico; el pilotaje se realizó con 10 participantes de diferentes departamentos del centro hospitalario; la recolección finalizó en junio de 2022; para el análisis estadístico descriptivo se aplicaron medidas de tendencia central y las correlaciones se realizaron con el coeficiente Rho de Spearman. Resultados: Los participantes mostraron un agotamiento laboral moderado y un bienestar psicológico bajo; los niveles más bajos de bienestar psicológico se correlacionaron con un mayor estrés laboral; la despersonalización y el agotamiento emocional tuvieron el mayor impacto en la reducción del bienestar psicológico; los hombres reportaron niveles más altos de bienestar psicológico que las mujeres. Conclusiones: Es importante fomentar el bienestar psicológico y la implementación de estrategias de manejo del estrés laboral en entornos laborales de la salud, no sólo desde una perspectiva organizacional, sino también cultural y social.

Objective: To determine whether occupational stress has an impact on the subjective perception of psychological well-being of the nursing staff in a hospital in Medellin, Colombia. Material and Method: Quantitative, non-experimental, cross-sectional study; the unit of analysis was the nursing staff consisting of nursing assistants, general practitioners and specialists; the non-probabilistic intentional sampling included 129 participants; the measurement modality was hybrid using a questionnaire applied through Google Forms that focused on 2 variables: Job stress and Psychological well-being; a pilot study was carried out with 10 participants from different departments of the healthcare institution; data collection ended in June 2022; for the descriptive statistical analysis measures of central tendency were applied and correlations were performed using Spearman's Rho coefficient. Results: Participants showed moderate levels of Job stress and low psychological well-being; lower levels of psychological well-being correlated with higher levels of job stress; depersonalization and emotional exhaustion had the greatest impact on reducing psychological well-being; men reported higher levels of psychological well-being than women. Conclusions: It is important to promote psychological well-being and the implementation of job stress management strategies in healthcare work environments, not only from an organizational perspective, but also from a cultural and social perspective.

Objetivo: Determinar se o estresse no trabalho tem impacto sobre a percepção subjetiva do bem-estar psicológico da equipe de enfermagem de um hospital em Medellín, Colômbia. Material e Método: Estudo quantitativo, não experimental, transversal; a unidade de análise foi a equipe de enfermagem composta por auxiliares de enfermagem, clínicos gerais e especialistas; a amostragem intencional não probabilística incluiu 129 participantes; a medição foi híbrida e utilizou um questionário aplicado por meio do Google Forms que se concentrou em 2 variáveis: estresse no trabalho e bem-estar psicológico; um estudo piloto foi realizado com 10 participantes de diferentes departamentos do hospital; a coleta de dados foi concluida em junho de 2022; para a análise estatística descritiva, foram aplicadas medidas de tendência central e as correlações foram realizadas usando o coeficiente Rho de Spearman. Resultados: Os participantes apresentaram níveis moderados de estresse no trabalho e baixo bem-estar psicológico; níveis mais baixos de bem-estar psicológico se correlacionaram com níveis mais altos de estresse no trabalho; a despersonalização e a exaustão emocional tiveram o maior impacto na redução do bem-estar psicológico; os homens relataram níveis mais altos de bem-estar psicológico do que as mulheres. Conclusões: E importante promover o bem-estar psicológico e implementar estratégias de gerenciamento do estresse em ambientes de trabalho da saúde, não apenas de uma perspectiva organizacional, mas também de uma perspectiva cultural e social.

Prevalencia de síndrome de Burnout en internos de pediatría de la Universidad Católica del Maule / Burnout Syndrome Prevalence in pediatric interns of the Catholic University of Maule

Burnout syndrome is a public health problem, a pathological entity that affects professionals who work directly with people, such as health professionals. It is currently described as being composed of three dimensions: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and personal fulfillment, and its evaluation is carried out through the Maslach Burnout Inventory questionnaire. The present study aims to measure, by means of the aforementioned instrument, the prevalence of Burnout Syndrome in pediatric interns of the Universidad Católica del Maule and find out which is the most frequent characteristic that the pathology presents, in relation to the 3 subgroups. It corresponds to a descriptive and cross-sectional study, in which the Maslach Burnout Inventory questionnaire was applied to a sample of 18 pediatric inmates of the Regional Hospital of Talca, together with an informed consent to each participant. The results showed that the burnout syndrome is present in 11,11% of pediatric interns, in addition it was observed that a high percentage manifests alterations in the studied subdimensions, which makes us conclude that attention should be given urgently to this problem, in order to guarantee mental health support to those who need it.

Evaluación del Síndrome de burnout en la Secretaría de Educación Departamental de Norte de Santander (Colombia) / Evaluation of the Burnout Syndrome in the Departmental Education Secretariat of Norte de Santander (Colombia)

RESUMEN Objetivo Identificar la prevalencia del síndrome de burnout en el recurso humano de la Secretaría de Educación Departamental (SED) de Norte de Santander (Colombia) durante el año 2020. Métodos Se aplicó el cuestionario Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) a una muestra de 366 trabajadores. Resultados Este estudio muestra que los funcionarios son personas que actualmente no presentan el síndrome, pero se obtuvo una puntuación del 6% en referencia a la tendencia media y el 4% pertenecen a la tendencia alta. Se evidencia una futura aparición de síntomas asociados a estrés, agotamiento emocional, irritabilidad, frustración y depresión. Del 4% (13 personas) que dio tendencia alta al síndrome de burnout, el 54% corresponden al género femenino y 46%, al masculino, y en cuanto al cargo, 12 personas son docentes y 1 persona es directivo. Conclusiones La SED manifiesta un desconocimiento del síndrome y una diferencia con respecto al concepto del estrés.

ABSTRACT Objective Identify the prevalence of the burnout syndrome in the human resource of the Departmental Education Secretariat (SED, by its initials in Spanish) of Norte de Santander (Colombia) during 2020. Methods The Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) questionnaire was applied to a sample of 366 workers. Results This study shows that officials are people who do not currently have the syndrome, but a score of 6% is presented in reference to the average trend and 4% belong to the high trend. A future appearance of symptoms associated with stress, emotional exhaustion, irritability, frustration, and depression was evidenced. Out of the 4% (13 people) who gave a high tendency to burnout syndrome, 54% correspond to the female gender and 46% to the male, and in terms of position, 12 people are teachers and 1 person is a manager. Conclusions The SED manifests a lack of knowledge of the syndrome and a difference with respect to the concept of stress.

Directores escolares ante el síndrome de burnout: dimensiones, factores de riesgo y sintomatología / School principals in the face of burnout syndrome: dimensions, risk factors and symptomatology / Diretores escolares perante a síndrome de burnout: dimensões, fatores de risco e sintomatologia

Resumen La Dirección es fundamental para mejorar la calidad de la educación. Estudios, nacionales e internacionales, sitúan al Director como figura clave para el cambio educativo. Pero, este colectivo se encuentra sometido a mucho estrés asociado a problemáticas de liderazgo y de organización escolar, lo que conlleva malestar y falta de compromiso. Por ello, se marca como objetivo medir las dimensiones que definen el síndrome de burnout e identificar los factores de riesgo y la sintomatología que presentan los Directores. Se utilizó una metodología cuantitativa, mediante el pase del Cuestionario TALIS para Directores, a una muestra de 76 Directores de centros concertados de la ciudad de Valencia. Los análisis realizados son de carácter univariado y bivariado. En cuanto a los resultados, se presentan algunos indicadores asociados al Cansancio emocional, la Despersonalización y la Dificultad para el logro/realización personal, aunque mayoritariamente señalan altas valoraciones hacia el ejercicio directivo y bajos niveles de burnout en términos generales. También se evidenció la necesidad de incrementar la formación específica en liderazgo pedagógico, compartido y transformativo. Se observó, además, la necesidad de potenciar las habilidades directivas para implementar unas correctas relaciones con compañeros y familias. Las variables sexo, experiencia e incentivos no muestran diferencias significativas, por el contrario, la edad y el apoyo de los superiores sí presentan diferencias. Como conclusión, estos resultados van en la línea de otras investigaciones, proponiéndose mejoras en la profesionalización directiva, para acrecentar la calidad y la permanencia en las responsabilidades asumidas ante la eficiente gestión de la dirección escolar.

Abstract Management is essential to improve the quality of education. National and international studies place the school principal as a key figure for educational change. However, this group of school principals is subjected to a lot of stress associated with problems of leadership and school organization, which leads to discomfort and lack of commitment. Therefore, the objective of this study is to measure the dimensions that define the burnout syndrome and to identify the risk factors and symptomatology presented by the school principals. A quantitative methodology was developed, using the TALIS Questionnaire for School Principals which was applied to a sample of 76 School Principals of subsidized centers in the city of Valencia. Univariate and bivariate analyses were carried out. Regarding the results, some indicators associated with Emotional Fatigue, Depersonalization and Difficulty in personal achievement/fulfillment are presented although they mostly indicate high evaluations towards the managerial exercise and low levels of burnout in general terms. The need to increase specific training in pedagogical, shared and transformative leadership is also evident. It is also necessary to enhance managerial skills to implement correct relationships with colleagues and families. The variables gender, experience and incentives do not show significant differences. On the contrary, age and support from superiors do show differences. In conclusion, these results are in line with other research that propose improvement in managerial professionalization to increase the quality and permanence in the responsibilities assumed in the efficient management of school principalship.

Resumo A Direção é fundamental para melhorar a qualidade da educação. Estudos, nacionais e internacionais, situam ao Diretor como figura chave para o câmbio educativo. Porém, este coletivo se encontra submetido a muito estresse associado a problemáticas de liderazgo e de organização escolar, o que tem como consequência mal-estar e falta de compromisso. Por isso, se marca como objetivo medir as dimensões que definem a síndrome de burnout e identificar os fatores de risco e a sintomatologia que apresentam os Diretores. Utilizou-se uma metodologia quantitativa, através do passe do Questionario TALIS para Diretores, a uma amostra de 76 Diretores de centros concertados da cidade de Valencia. As análises feitas são de caráter uni variado e bivariado. Em quanto aos resultados, apresentam-se alguns indicadores associados ao Cansaço emocional, a Despersonalização e a Dificuldade para o logro/realização pessoal, porém maioritariamente sinalam altas valorações para o exercício diretivo e baixos níveis de burnout em termos gerais. Também se viu a necessidade de incrementar a formação específica em liderança pedagógica, compartida e transformativa. Observou-se, além, a necessidade de potenciar as habilidades diretivas para implementar umas corretas relações com colegas e famílias. As variáveis sexo, experiência e incentivos não amostram diferenças significativas, pelo contrário, a idade e o apoio dos superiores sim apresentam diferenças. Como conclusão, estes resultados vão na línea de outras pesquisas, propondo-se melhoras na profissionalização diretiva, para acrescentar a qualidade e a permanência nas responsabilidades assumidas perante a eficiente gestão da administração escolar.

Prevalence of burnout syndrome during the COVID-19 pandemic and associated factors.

BACKGROUND: The coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) epidemic spread throughout the world from the beginning of 2020, increasing healthcare professionals' workloads and levels of physical and emotional stress. AIMS: To determine the prevalence of burnout syndrome in Spanish radiologists during the COVID-19 pandemic and the factors associated with the development of this syndrome, and to compare these findings with those obtained before the pandemic. METHODS: This observation study took place between April 2020 and August 2020 (during the pandemic) through an online survey. A total of 150 responses were obtained. Demographic and work-related information was compiled. Burnout syndrome was measured with the Maslach Burnout Inventory Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS). The prevalence and characteristics of burnout syndrome obtained in this survey were compared with those of the same survey done in 2019. We performed a statistical analysis to identify possible risk factors and protective factors associated with this syndrome and to determine the homogeneity of the two samples. RESULTS: The prevalence of burnout syndrome increased during the COVID-19 pandemic (49.3% vs. 33.6%, p = 0.002). No risk factors or protective factors that were valid both before and after the pandemic were identified. No correlations were identified between sociodemographic or work-related characteristics and burnout syndrome. CONCLUSION: This study demonstrates that burnout syndrome increased significantly in radiologists during the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting nearly half of all those who responded to the survey. These results underline the need to assess support for professional wellbeing of radiologists in Spain. No correlations were identified between burnout and gender, age, number of calls, years in the job, annual income, teaching, marital status, number of children, or type of contract.

Prevalencia del síndrome de burnout en personal militar del Instituto Geográfico Nacional del Perú / Prevalence of burnout syndrome in military personnel at the National Geographic Institute of Peru

Objetivo: Investigar la prevalencia del síndrome de burnout e identificar los principales factores asociados a este. Metodología: Se aplicó el instrumento de Maslach Burnout Inventory - Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS), empleando una versión validada en español; previamente el instrumento COPE-28. Resultados: Los resultados determinaron que la asociación entre la edad y el agotamiento emocional es (0,231) para menores de 40 años; mientras para mayores de 40 años es de (0,751); edad y percepción del estrés (0,205) en menores de 40 años y (0,858) en mayores de 40 años; edad y despersonalización son de (0,244) y (0,757), para menores y mayores de 40 años respectivamente; grado y agotamiento emocional fue de (0,151) para oficiales y (0,720) en (supervisores, técnicos y suboficiales) y entre el grado y percepción del estrés fue (0,832) para oficiales y (0,110) en (supervisores, técnicos y suboficiales). Conclusión: El modelo de estudio observacional-analítico aplicado en militares de la Región Lima Metropolitana no fue satisfactorio, en sinergia por las jornadas de trabajo y altos niveles de responsabilidad profesional en el contexto del COVID-19, que interfieren en la relación de los militares y las comunidades. (AU)

The study aimed was to investigate the prevalence of burnout syndrome and to identify the main factors associated with it. Methodology: The Maslach Burnout Inventory - Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS) instrument was applied, using a validated version in Spanish; previously the COPE-28 instrument. Results: The results determined that the association between age and emotional exhaustion is (0.231) for those under 40 years of age; while for those over 40 years of age it is (0.751); age and stress perception (0.205) for those under 40 years of age and (0.858) for those over 40 years of age; age and depersonalization are (0.244) and (0.757) for under and over 40 years respectively; grade and emotional exhaustion were (0.151) for officers and (0.720) for supervisors, technicians, and NCOs; between grade and perception of stress was (0.832) for officers and (0.110) for supervisors, technicians, and NCOs. Conclusion: The observational-analytical study model applied in the military of the Lima Metropolitana Region was not satisfactory, in synergy with the working hours and high levels of professional responsibility in the context of COVID-19, which interfere in the relationship between the military and the communities. (AU)

Prevalencia y factores de desgaste profesional en radiólogos durante la pandemia COVID-19 / Prevalence of burnout syndrome during the COVID-19 pandemic and associated factors

Antecedentes: La epidemia por coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) se ha extendido por todo el mundo desde principios de 2020, sometiendo a los profesionales sanitarios a una sobrecarga laboral y a un mayor nivel de estrés físico y emocional. Objetivos: El objetivo de este estudio es determinar la prevalencia de desgaste profesional y sus posibles factores asociados en los radiólogos españoles durante la COVID-19, y su comparación con la situación previa a la pandemia. Métodos: Estudio observacional realizado entre los meses de abril y agosto de 2020 (durante la pandemia) mediante una encuesta en línea. Se obtuvieron un total de 150 respuestas. Se recopiló y comparó la información demográfica y laboral de los encuestados. Se determinó la presencia del desgaste profesional con el cuestionario Maslach Burnout Inventory Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS) y se comparó su prevalencia y características con el estudio realizado de la misma manera en 2019. Se hizo un análisis estadístico para identificar los posibles factores de riesgo y protectores asociados con este síndrome, así como un análisis de homogeneidad entre las dos muestras. Resultados: La prevalencia del síndrome aumentó de forma significativa (p=0,002) durante la pandemia COVID-19 (49,3% frente a 33,6%). Ningún factor de riesgo o de protección se ha identificado como constante antes y después de la pandemia. No se ha identificado ninguna correlación del desgaste con las características sociodemográficas o laborales. Conclusión: Este estudio demuestra un aumento importante del desgaste profesional durante la pandemia por la COVID-19 con afectación de casi la mitad de los radiólogos encuestados. Estos resultados destacan la necesidad de valorar el apoyo orientado al bienestar profesional de los radiólogos en España. No se ha identificado correlación entre el síndrome y género, edad, número de guardias, antigüedad, ingreso anual, docencia, estado civil, número de hijos o tipo de contrato laboral.(AU)

Background: The coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) epidemic spread throughout the world from the beginning of 2020, increasing healthcare professionals’ workloads and levels of physical and emotional stress. Aims: To determine the prevalence of burnout syndrome in Spanish radiologists during the COVID-19 pandemic and the factors associated with the development of this syndrome, and to compare these findings with those obtained before the pandemic. Methods: This observation study took place between April 2020 and August 2020 (during the pandemic) through an online survey. A total of 150 responses were obtained. Demographic and work-related information was compiled. Burnout syndrome was measured with the Maslach Burnout Inventory Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS). The prevalence and characteristics of burnout syndrome obtained in this survey were compared with those of the same survey done in 2019. We performed a statistical analysis to identify possible risk factors and protective factors associated with this syndrome and to determine the homogeneity of the two samples. Results: The prevalence of burnout syndrome increased during the COVID-19 pandemic (49.3% vs. 33.6%, p=0.002). No risk factors or protective factors that were valid both before and after the pandemic were identified. No correlations were identified between sociodemographic or work-related characteristics and burnout syndrome. Conclusion: This study demonstrates that burnout syndrome increased significantly in radiologists during the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting nearly half of all those who responded to the survey. These results underline the need to assess support for professional wellbeing of radiologists in Spain. No correlations were identified between burnout and gender, age, number of calls, years in the job, annual income, teaching, marital status, number of children, or type of contract.(AU)

Associação entre a síndrome de burnout e a violência ocupacional em professores / Relación entre el síndrome de burnout y la violencia laboral en profesores / Association between burnout syndrome and workplace violence in teachers

Resumo Objetivo Verificar a associação entre a violência laboral e a síndrome de burnout em professores. Métodos Estudo transversal realizado com 200 professores do Ensino Fundamental e Médio de um município paranaense. Os dados foram coletados por meio de um instrumento contendo um questionário com dados sociodemográficos, ocupacionais e de caracterização da violência laboral sofrida ou testemunhada nos últimos 12 meses e o Maslach Burnout Inventory para avaliar a síndrome de burnout. Para verificar a relação entre as variáveis dependentes e independentes, utilizou-se o coeficiente de correlação de Pearson, o teste de Fisher e a regressão linear múltipla. Adotou-se nível de significância de p-valor ≤ 0,05. Resultados A prevalência de violência verbal e física foi de 71,5% e 3% entre os professores, respectivamente. Verificou-se que 57,5% apresentaram alta exaustão emocional, 49% alta despersonalização e 36% baixa realização profissional, e 21% possuem indicativo para síndrome de burnout. O modelo múltiplo indicou que exaustão emocional e despersonalização estiveram direta e significativamente associadas a sofrer violência física e verbal, bem como presenciar esses tipos de violência, independentemente de sexo e idade. Conclusão Os maiores níveis de exaustão emocional e despersonalização estiveram associados à violência sofrida pelos professores. Medidas devem ser tomadas para promover um ambiente laboral mais seguro e, por sua vez, favorecer a saúde física e mental dos professores.

Resumen Objetivo Verificar la relación entre la violencia laboral y el síndrome de burnout en profesores. Métodos Estudio transversal realizado con 200 profesores de educación primaria y secundaria de un municipio del estado de Paraná. Los datos fueron recopilados mediante un instrumento con un cuestionario con datos sociodemográficos, laborales y de caracterización de la violencia laboral sufrida o presenciada en los últimos 12 meses y el Maslach Burnout Inventory para evaluar el síndrome de burnout. Para verificar la relación entre las variables dependientes e independientes, se utilizó el coeficiente de correlación de Pearson, la prueba de Fischer y la regresión lineal múltiple. El nivel de significación adoptado fue de p-valor ≤ 0,05. Resultados La prevalencia de violencia verbal fue del 71,5 % y física del 3 % entre los profesores. Se verificó que el 57,5 % presentó agotamiento emocional alto, el 49 % alta despersonalización y el 36 % baja realización profesional. El 21 % tiene indicios de síndrome de burnout. El modelo múltiple indicó que el agotamiento emocional y la despersonalización estuvieron directa y significativamente asociados a sufrir violencia física y verbal, al igual que presenciar estos tipos de violencia, independientemente del sexo y edad. Conclusión Los mayores niveles de agotamiento emocional y despersonalización estuvieron relacionados con la violencia sufrida por los profesores. Deben tomarse medidas para promover un ambiente laboral más seguro y, a la vez, favorecer la salud física y mental de los profesores.

Abstract Objective To verify the association between workplace violence and Burnout Syndrome in teachers. Methods This is a cross-sectional study conducted with 200 elementary and high school teachers from a municipality in Paraná. Data were collected through an instrument containing a questionnaire containing sociodemographic, occupational and characterization data of workplace violence suffered or witnessed in the last 12 months and the Maslach Burnout Inventory to evaluate Burnout Syndrome. Pearson's correlation coefficient, Fisher's test and multiple linear regression were used to verify the relationship between dependent and independent variables. A significance level of p-value was adopted ≤ 0.05. Results The prevalence of verbal and physical violence was 71.5% and 3% among teachers, respectively. It was found that 57.5% presented high emotional exhaustion, 49% high depersonalization and 36% low professional achievement, and 21% have indicative of Burnout Syndrome. The multiple model indicated that emotional exhaustion and depersonalization were directly and significantly associated with physical and verbal violence, as well as witnessing these types of violence, regardless of gender and age. Conclusion The highest levels of emotional exhaustion and depersonalization were associated with the violence suffered by teachers. Measures should be taken to promote a safer working environment and, in turn, promote the physical and mental health of teachers.

Síndrome de Burnout en psiquiatras de Pinar del Río / Burnout syndrome in Psychiatrists from Pinar del Río Province

Introducción: Las frecuentes quejas expresadas por profesionales de diferentes especialidades vinculadas a las tensiones generadas por el trabajo favorecen conductas que expresan agotamiento emocional, pérdida de interés en el trabajo y actitudes indiferentes ante las personas a las cuales atiende, lo que ha sido llamado síndrome de burnout. La apreciable frecuencia en que estas manifestaciones son expresadas por los colegas motivó la realización de la investigación. Objetivo: Identificar la presencia del síndrome de burnout en un grupo de psiquiatras de la provincia de Pinar del Río. Métodos: Se realizó una investigación transversal mediante la aplicación del Maslach Burnout Inventory a 35 psiquiatras de la provincia Pinar del Río, se utilizó el método porcentual de cálculo. Resultados: Se identificaron 12 profesionales (34,2 por ciento) que se les diagnosticó síndrome de burnout o en riesgo, así como una baja incidencia de casos en los 10 primeros años de graduado como médico, no así en los psiquiatras en que sí se diagnosticó mayoritariamente en los primeros años de ejercer la especialidad. La relación mental estable presupone un mayor riesgo de padecer el síndrome o estar en riesgo. Conclusiones: El síndrome de burnout o el riesgo de padecerlo se diagnosticó en poco más de un tercio de los psiquiatras, la relativa alta frecuencia del síndrome en los que tienen pareja estable pudiera atribuirse a otros factores que gravitan junto a los vinculados al trabajo y no a este solamente(AU)

Introduction: Complaints frequently expressed by professionals from different specialties and related to the tensions produced by work may provoke behaviors consistent with emotional exhaustion, loss of interest in work and indifferent attitudes towards the people they attend. This has been called burnout syndrome. The appreciable frequency in which these manifestations are expressed by colleagues motivated this research. Objective: To identify the presence of burnout syndrome in a group of psychiatrists in Pinar del Río Province. Methods: A cross-sectional research was carried out through the application of the Maslach Burnout Inventory to 35 psychiatrists from Pinar del Río Province. The percentage method of calculation was used. Results: Twelve professionals (34.2 percent) were identified as diagnosed with burnout syndrome or at risk of it, together with a low incidence of cases in the first ten years after graduating as a medical doctor; but not among psychiatrists, in which it was diagnosed mostly in the first years of practicing the specialty. The stable mental relationship presupposes a greater risk for suffering from the syndrome or for being at risk. Conclusions: Burnout syndrome or the risk of suffering from was diagnosed in just over one third of psychiatrists. The relative high frequency of the syndrome in those with a stable partner could be attributed to other factors together with those related to work and not to this alone(AU)

Síndrome de burnout en los neurólogos colombianos: prevalência y factores asociados / Burnout syndrome in Colombian neurologists: prevalence and associated factors

RESUMEN INTRODUCCIÓN: El síndrome de burnout es una condición de prevalência creciente que afecta la calidad de vida y los resultados laborales de quienes lo padecen. OBJETIVO: Describir la prevalencia y factores asociados del síndrome de burnout en neurólogos colombianos. METODOLOGÍA: Mediante encuesta autoadministrada se obtuvo información de 119 neurólogos laboralmente activos en Colombia. Se incluyeron datos correspondientes a variables sociodemográficas junto con la escala Maslasch Burnout Inventory. Para calcular la correlación estadística de variables se utilizó regresión logística. RESULTADOS: El síndrome de burnout se determinó en el 49,6 % de los entrevistados (afectación de 2 o más dimensiones). Esta condición se correlacionó con el sexo femenino (P=0,036), el número de horas trabajadas por semana (P=0,040) y la frecuencia de satisfacción con el trabajo (P<0,001). La práctica de actividades de esparcimiento fue estadísticamente significativa (P=0,024) como factor protector. CONCLUSIÓN: El síndrome de burnout es una condición prevalente en los neurólogos en Colombia. Esta información es útil para la creación de políticas encaminadas a mejorar las condiciones del ejercicio de esta especialidad en nuestro país.

SUMMARY INTRODUCTION: Burnout syndrome is a condition of increasing prevalence that affects quality of life and labor outcomes. OBJECTIVE: To describe the prevalence and factors related to burnout syndrome in Colombian neurologists. METHODOLOGY: By mean of a self-administered survey we obtained information from 119 neurologists currently working in Colombia. Sociodemographic and Maslasch Burnout Inventory data were collected. To calculate statistical correlation of variables related to the syndrome a logistic regression model was used. RESULTS: Burnout syndrome was determined in 49.6% of interviewed neurologists (2 or more affected dimensions).This condition was related to female gender (P=0.036), number of hours worked weekly (P=0.040) and level of work satisfaction (P<0.001). Having a hobby was determined as protector for burnout (P=0.024). CONCLUSION: Burnout syndrome is a prevalent condition in Colombian neurologists. This information should be considered for designing policies directed to better labor conditions for this specialty in our country.

El compromiso como rasgo de personalidad y su relación con el burnout en docentes ecuatorianos / The relationship between teaching commitment and burnout, an unresolved dilemma. Case study in Ecuadorians middle level teachers

Resumen Los factores laborales pueden producir burnout en diferentes grados y a ciertos trabajadores; aunque todos estén expuestos al mismo contexto, no todos se afectan de igual manera, por lo que el objetivo de este estudio es determinar si el rasgo de personalidad-compromiso puede ser un elemento protector de burnout en el profesorado de nivel medio, considerando como hipótesis si sus niveles son independientes a los niveles de compromiso como rasgo de la personalidad. En este estudio participaron 134 docentes de la Unidad Educativa Velasco Ibarra de la ciudad de Milagro, Ecuador, con edades entre 26 y 64 años. Luego de los permisos correspondientes, se les administró el Inventario de Preferencias y Personalidad PAPI 3N de forma online, que contiene 12 necesidades y 14 roles descritos en 161 enunciados sobre el trabajador y su tarea, los cuales se ven enfocados en siete escalas, entre las que se encuentra el compromiso-escala que será utilizada para este estudio y que está conformada por la Necesidad de apoyar y el Rol de enfocarse al trabajo, y que forma parte del gran factor Responsabilidad. Para la variable burnout se utiliza el Cuestionario de Maslach para docentes (MBI-Ed), administrado de manera presencial, que consta de 22 ítems diseñados en escala de Likert y tres escalas: agotamiento emocional, despersonalización y realización personal. Se comprobó que los niveles de burnout dependen de los niveles del rasgo de personalidad compromiso (χ2(4) = 11.919; p = .18) y los resultados podrían mostrar que se convierte en un elemento protector del burnout.

Abstract Multiple labor factors can produce burnout in workers; however, the effects related to this syndrome don't affect equally all employees exposed to the same conditions, so it's suggested that one of the factors may be related to personality (Pérez, Molero, Martos & Gasquez, 2019). Personality is studied according to behavior of each individual facing of certain events (Mischel, 2004). Constantly, the structure of five major personality factors (responsibility, kindness, extroversion, neuroticism and openness) have shown to be universal (McCrae, Costa, del Pilar, Rolland & Parker, 1998; McCrae & Terracciano, 2005) and the most used in labor area (Sanz, Gil, Barrasa & García, 2006). Studying burnout levels and identifying its possible causes has permitted relate this syndrome to aspects of: Pathological symptomatology (Giménez, Gilla, Morán & Olaz, 2019), working environment (Gago, Martínez & Alegre, 2017), personality aspects (Llanque, 2014) and with other variables. However, this situation continues showing itself, which motivated the objective of the present study. It's oriented to determine if the commitment personality trait can be a protective element against burnout in middle level teachers, considering as a hypothesis: Are high or low levels of burnout independent from high or low levels of commitment as a personality trait? An intentional sample of 134 middle level teachers was used, between the ages of 26 and 64, in which 64 % were women and the rest were men. To those who it was administered, after the corresponding permissions, The PAPI 3N Preferences and Personality Inventory online, which contains 12 needs and 14 roles described in 161 statements about the workers and their task, focus on seven scales. One of the great factors of the personality is responsibility, which forms the scale of the Commitment, which will be used for this study and that is conformed by the need to support and the role to focus on work, these personality indicators are those that, according to the authors, are associated to the teachers' activity. For the burnout variable, is used the Maslach Questionnaire for Teachers (MBI-Ed), which is administered in a face-to-face way, and consists of 22 items designed in a Likert scale and 3 scales; emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and personal accomplishment. Among the most important results we found a relationship between the commitment personality trait and the burnout levels existing in people (-.315) as well as with emotional exhaustion (-.195) and depersonalization (-.202), coinciding with the contribution of Sánchez (2013) and with Pérez, Molero, Martos and Gásquez (2019), who mention a causal relationship between both, the hypothesis test allowed the acceptance of the alternative hypothesis (χ2(4) = 11.919; p = .018). It can be concluded that the compromise personality trait becomes a protective element against burnout.

Síndrome de Burnout en profesionales de la salud del Ecuador y factores asociados en tiempos de pandemia

RESUMEN Objetivo: determinar el Síndrome de Burnout en profesionales de la salud del Ecuador y cómo se comporta con factores sociodemográficos y laborales asociados. Materiales y métodos: se realizó un estudio observacional de corte transversal, en donde se incluyeron profesionales de la salud del Ecuador. La recolección de la información se realizó mediante una encuesta en línea previo consentimiento informado. Para la captura de las variables sociodemográficas se utilizó un cuestionario, para la evaluación de Síndrome de Burnout se utilizó la prueba de Maslach, el cual esta validado en el contexto sudamericano. Resultados: encontramos que la prevalencia de Síndrome de Burnout fue elevada, especialmente en el componente de despersonalización (95%) y agotamiento emocional (47%) y en un menor porcentaje en realización personal (11%). El 9% tuvo afectación concomitante de las 3 áreas evaluadas, representando la estructura de Síndrome de Burnout más severa y un 42% de dos áreas, no encontramos ningún tipo de relación con sexo, pero si mayor probabilidad con edades menores, número mayor de pacientes y en los residentes. Conclusiones: el Síndrome de Burnout es un problema importante para analizar de manera permanente en los profesionales de la salud, sus efectos podrían generar un ambiente que propicie el error y tomando en cuenta la alta prevalencia observada, nos encontramos frente a una situación potencialmente compleja. Está demostrado que los profesionales jóvenes no cuentan con herramientas para afrontar condiciones adversas, en este estudio demostramos que ellos tienen mayor probabilidad de Síndrome de Burnout, por lo tanto una intervención preventiva de salud mental para poder anticipar estos efectos es indispensable

ABSTRACT Objective: To determine the Burnout Syndrome in health professionals in Ecuador and its behavior with associated sociodemographic and labor factors. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional observational study was carried out, which included health professionals from Ecuador. The information was collected through an online survey with prior informed consent. To capture the sociodemographic variables, a questionnaire was used, for the evaluation of Burnout Syndrome the Maslach test was used, which is validated in the South American context. Results: We found that the prevalence of Burnout Syndrome was high, especially in the depersonalization component (95%) and emotional exhaustion (47%) and in a lower percentage in personal fulfillment (11%). Nine percent had concomitant affectation of the three areas evaluated, representing the most severe structure of Burnout Syndrome and 42% of two areas, we did not find any type of relationship with sex but there was a greater probability with younger ages, greater number of patients and in residents. Conclusions: The Burnout Syndrome is an important problem to analyze permanently in health professionals, its effects could generate an environment that encourages error and taking into account the high prevalence observed, we are faced with a potentially complex situation. It has been shown that young professionals do not have tools to face adverse conditions, in this study we show that they have a greater probability of Burnout Syndrome, therefore a preventive mental health intervention to anticipate these effects is essential