Burnout Across Thirteen Cultures Stress and Coping in Child and Youth Care Workers

This book studies the phenomenon of burnout among child- and youth-care workers across many cultures using a standard measure to pinpoint the dimensions of culture that increase or decrease burnout. It examines the problem across 13 cultures, including England, Scotland, Germany, Austria, Israel, Canada, and the United States. Recommendations for prevention, remediation, and recovery are offered based on research findings and a theoretical approach emphasizing positive psychology.