Dr. Sheryl Ziegler's Burnout Quiz

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Do you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]
• 2.
  Do you lack energy throughout the day?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]
• 3.
  Do you beat yourself up over parenting decisions and choices that you make?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]
• 4.
  Do you reach for junk food too often, or go whole days without eating a real meal because you are just too busy?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]
• 5.
  Do you wonder if you look forward to your glass or two of wine at night just a little too much?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]
• 6.
  Do you pop painkillers daily because your head is pounding, your back aches, or your neck is in spasm?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]
• 7.
  Do you get sick whenever the kids get sick, but for longer, and more severely?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]
• 8.
  Do you have little to no interest in sex?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]
• 9.
  Do you dodge your friends' phone calls and just text instead, because you don't have the energy for a conversation?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]
• 10.
  Do you ever find that you cannot remember the last time you did something for just yourself?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]
• 11.
  Do you feel like you're in a bad mood, or snap at your kids often?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]
• 12.
  Do you double-book, forget appointments, and over schedule yourself and your kids?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]
• 13.
  Do you ever find, once in a while, that you just sit alone and cry because you feel overwhelmed?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]
• 14.
  Are you tired ALL THE TIME?

  • A.
    Always [3]
  • B.
    Often [2]
  • C.
    Sometimes [1]
  • D.
    Never [0]

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  GREEN FLAG: 0 - 4

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  You seem to be taking care of yourself and understand that parenting is not something you do to perfection. You are likely eating and sleeping pretty well and connecting with others regularly. Since you seem to be in balance right now, you may want to take a few minutes to think about whatever small areas in your life could use more attention--maybe your relationship, exercise or your career--and make time for it. Keep up the positive self care, it is good for you and your family!
• 2.
  YELLOW FLAG: 5 - 8

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  Your responses seem to indicate that you are experiencing stress that may be impacting your self care, your relationships and/or your decision making. While you may not be experiencing burnout (yet), you are at risk and this requires your attention.
• 3.
  RED FLAG: 9 - 42

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  You are likely experiencing Burnout. This means that you may be suffering from chronic physical and emotional exhaustion that may lead you to believe that you are not effective in your role anymore (as a mother or professional). You may be feeling deflated, hopeless or sad. Your mood may be irritable and you may find yourself crying, avoiding people or feeling angry. Seeking out support, whether professionally or personally is advised. This prolonged state of stress is not good for your overall mental and physical and health. You deserve to spend time taking care of you--you are worthy of your own time, love and attention.