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How to Use the Burnout Index
What is the Burnout Index?
It's a free, confidential self-assessment modeled on the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI), a widely used framework for measuring workplace burnout. It scores you across three dimensions: Emotional Exhaustion, Depersonalisation/Cynicism, and Professional Inefficacy.
How do I take the assessment?
Answer all 15 questions honestly, rating how often you experience each feeling on a scale from "Never" to "Every day." There's no time limit, and you can move back and forth between questions before submitting.
How is my score calculated?
Each of the three sub-scales is scored from your answers to its 5 related questions, then normalized to a percentage. Your overall Risk Index blends all three sub-scales into a single total risk percentage, shown alongside a risk tier (Low, Moderate, High, or Severe).
Is this a medical diagnosis?
No. The Burnout Index is an informational self-screening tool, not a clinical or diagnostic instrument. If your results concern you, consider speaking with a licensed healthcare provider or your employer's EAP program.
Is my data saved or shared?
No. All calculations run locally in your browser. Nothing you enter is stored, transmitted, or linked to your identity.
How often should I retake it?
Burnout risk can shift with workload and season, so many people retake it every 4-6 weeks to track trends rather than relying on a single snapshot.