Abstract:
In the demanding landscape of education, the escalating issue of teachers' burnout and mental health
has become a critical focal point. The issue of burnout and mental health among teachers is a matter
of great importance due to the significant impact it has on their overall well-being and the subsequent
implications for the quality of education. The combination of excessive workloads, inadequate support,
and structural obstacles puts considerable pressure on educators, highlighting the need for immediate
attention and the implementation of complete solutions. In this essence, the present study investigated
the current state of burnout and mental health among secondary level teachers of Purba and Paschim
Medinipur district in relation to gender, habitation and work experience. A cross-sectional survey
design was implemented by the researchers among 251 secondary school teachers. The Maslach
Burnout Inventory (MBI) and The General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12) were used to collect
relevant data. Findings yielded that male teachers were found with higher burnout than female teachers,
which was statistically significant. Concerning mental health, the female teachers showed poor mental
health than male teachers, and found difference was statistically not significant. Furthermore, teachers
from semi-urban habitation showed higher burnout and poor mental than that of teachers from rural
habitation. Finally, it was found that increased job experience has been shown to be associated with a
likelihood of worse mental health outcomes and experiencing higher burnout. |
