WORK & STRESS
Bore-out
Bore-out is exhaustion caused by chronic under-stimulation and lack of meaningful work, the mirror image of burn-out.
What is Bore-out?
While burn-out is caused by doing too much, bore-out results from doing too little meaningful work. Chronic boredom, feeling unchallenged and a lack of purpose drain energy just as effectively as overload. Bore-out is increasingly recognised and treatable.
Do you recognise this?
✓Chronic boredom at work
✓Feeling unchallenged or wasted
✓Low energy despite little actual exertion
✓Procrastination and clock-watching
✓Shame about not being more productive
✓Loss of motivation and sense of purpose
Effective treatments
These approaches are commonly recommended for Bore-out.
Frequently asked questions
Is bore-out a real diagnosis?
Bore-out is not a formal diagnosis but is a well-recognised psychological phenomenon with real health consequences. It responds well to therapy.
Find the right psychologist for Bore-out
Match with a specialist who has experience with Bore-out and start within days.