Over half of Nizhny Novgorod's locals frequently grapple with emotional exhaustion
In a recent study conducted by "Dot" bank and hh.ru service, it was revealed that an alarming 75% of working residents in Nizhny Novgorod experience burnout daily. The study, reported by Anna Vasilieva, did not specify the number of total workers surveyed, nor did it mention any impact on productivity or health.
The study highlighted several industries with particularly high burnout rates. Employees in tourism, hospitality, and catering have the highest burnout rate (88%), followed by consulting (79%) and retail (70%). Young people aged 18-24 are more likely to have a lack of boundaries between work and personal life (48%), while employees aged 25-34 have burnout rates of 72% and stress rates of 67%.
Interestingly, 69% of women admitted to emotional exhaustion, compared to 63% of men. Men are slightly more likely to face overtime (46% vs. 43%) and the need to work outside the office (45% vs. 44%).
However, the study did not provide details about the specific industries or occupations with the highest burnout rates, nor did it mention any strategies or solutions to address the high burnout rates among workers in the region.
In the absence of region-specific evidence, burnout interventions globally—and in Russia—often include employee well-being programs, awareness campaigns, training for managers, flexible work arrangements, and access to counseling services. However, none of these interventions are confirmed by the search results as currently active in the Nizhny Novgorod region.
The study did not provide any comparison with burnout rates in other regions or countries, and no government documents, research articles, or news releases in the provided results address workforce burnout in this region.
Despite the high burnout rates, only 9% of respondents said they do not face such problems. To obtain accurate, up-to-date information on regional measures, direct contact with local health authorities, labor organizations, or major employers in the Nizhny Novgorod region would be necessary.
The study was published on July 24, 2023, shedding light on a pressing issue that requires immediate attention and action from local authorities and employers.
In light of the published study, there's an urgent need for workplace-wellness initiatives that focus on mental-health and health-and-wellness, as high burnout rates are prevalent, particularly in the tourism, hospitality, and catering industries. Furthermore, the regional authorities should consider implementing science-based strategies, such as employee well-being programs, training for managers, and access to counseling services, to mitigate the negative impact of burnout on the workforce in Nizhny Novgorod.
