RECOGNIZING PARENT BURNOUT RECOGNIZING PARENT BURNOUT

Statistics

And what it’s allowing employers to do is take a traditional group disability insurance policy and turn it into a pretty competitive and attractive benefit.”

Statistics

66% of parents say they experience burnout

Claire Brown, child & family wellbeing coordinator for The Wellbeing Partners, said asking employees what support they are looking for is a good place to start.

66% of parents say they experience burnout

68% of females report being burnt out vs 42% of males

“Many workplaces start by creating an employee resource group to help identify needs and examine possible supports,” Brown said.

68% of females report being burnt out vs 42% of males

Number of children and anxiety levels both correlate with degree of burnout

Number of children and anxiety levels both correlate with degree of burnout

She said employers can also offer opportunities for peer support and comradery in the workplace. In addition, The Wellbeing Partners offers family wellness programs, which can include on-site or virtual education, 1-on-1 coaching or print and video resources.

“These opportunities allow parents and caregivers to receive support while at work, which decreases their overall stress, protects their time with family outside of work hours, and in turn, increases overall productivity,” she said.

Signs of Burnout

Signs of Burnout

Burnout can be described as emotional and physical exhaustion, detachment and a decrease in self-fulfillment

Above all, employers offering opportunities for feedback and simply compassion can make great inroads in crafting a policy that makes sense.