Workplace Stress and Burnout Among Nurses in India: Causes, Effects, and Coping Strategies
Abstract
Workplace stress and burnout are significant challenges faced by nurses in India, negatively impacting their well-being, job performance, and the quality of patient care. Nurses, who are often the frontline caregivers in healthcare settings, experience stress due to high workloads, emotional strain, long working hours, and inadequate staffing. These stressors, compounded by societal pressures and organizational factors, lead to burnout, characterized by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced personal accomplishment. The effects of burnout extend beyond individual nurses, affecting the healthcare system through compromised patient care, increased turnover rates, and elevated healthcare costs.
How to cite this article:
Patra S, Biswajit P, Kumar S. Workplace Stress and
Burnout Among Nurses in India: Causes, Effects,
and Coping Strategie. Ind J Adv Nurs Care Health
Stud. 2025;1(1):15-20.
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