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Empowering Practitioners: Harnessing the Maslach Burnout Inventory for Better Outcomes

Empowering Practitioners: Harnessing the Maslach Burnout Inventory for Better Outcomes

Burnout is a pervasive issue affecting professionals across various fields, particularly those in high-stress environments such as education and healthcare. Recognizing and addressing burnout is crucial for maintaining both personal well-being and organizational efficiency. The Maslach Burnout Inventory-General Survey (MBI-GS) has long been a trusted tool for assessing burnout. Recently, the MBI-GS9, a 9-item short version, has been validated as a reliable and efficient alternative.

The Power of the MBI-GS9

The MBI-GS9 retains the core dimensions of burnout—exhaustion, cynicism, and professional efficacy—while offering a more concise format that eases respondent burden. This makes it particularly useful in large-scale surveys and studies where maintaining high response rates is critical. The recent study validating the MBI-GS9 confirms its reliability and validity across diverse samples, making it an excellent tool for practitioners seeking to assess burnout efficiently.

Key Findings from the Validation Study

Implementing the MBI-GS9 in Practice

The validation of the MBI-GS9 offers practitioners a robust tool for early detection and intervention in cases of burnout. Here are some ways you can leverage this tool:

The validation study of the MBI-GS9 provides valuable insights that can empower practitioners to better understand and address burnout in their professional settings. By incorporating this tool into regular assessments, practitioners can contribute to healthier work environments and improved outcomes for individuals and organizations alike.

Validation of the Maslach Burnout Inventory-General Survey 9-item short version: psychometric properties and measurement invariance across age, gender, and continent


Citation: Anni Wang, Yinfei Duan, Peter G. Norton, Michael P. Leiter & Carole A. Estabrooks (2024). Validation of the Maslach Burnout Inventory-General Survey 9-item short version: psychometric properties and measurement invariance across age, gender, and continent. Frontiers in Psychology.
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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