Exhaustion
Cynicism
Efficacy
Assessment
Wellness
Please answer each question based on how frequently you experience the following feelings.
Frequency: 0 = Never, 1 = A few times a year, 2 = Once a month, 3 = A few times a month, 4 = Once a week, 5 = A few times a week, 6 = Every day
About the MBI-GS Assessment
The Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) is the most widely used and scientifically validated tool for measuring burnout. Developed by Christina Maslach and Susan E. Jackson in 1981, the General Survey version (MBI-GS) is designed for a broad range of occupations and has been used in thousands of research studies worldwide.
- Emotional Exhaustion: Core dimension. Measures feelings of being emotionally overextended and exhausted by one's work.
- Cynicism (Depersonalization): Reflects an indifferent or distant attitude toward work, losing interest and engagement.
- Professional Efficacy (Personal Accomplishment): Assesses feelings of competence and successful achievement in one's work.
Burnout Assessment FAQ
Scores are based on a 0-6 frequency scale. Higher scores in Emotional Exhaustion and Cynicism, and lower scores in Professional Efficacy indicate higher burnout risk.
Yes. All assessment data is processed locally in your browser. We do not store or transmit your responses.
No. This is a screening tool, not a clinical diagnosis. If you are concerned about your mental health, please seek professional help.
The Chinese version used here was validated by scholars in China and has shown high reliability and validity across various occupational groups.