Burnout, defined by the World Health Organization as the result of chronic workplace stress that is not successfully managed, is a complex issue affecting 66% of U.S. workers in 2025, according to new research from Moodle. Not only does it undermine job satisfaction and performance, but it also can have serious consequences for employees’ mental and physical health. The result often leads to weight gain and increased risk of developing a chronic health condition like type 2 diabetes.
With the rate of burnout at an all-time high, benefit advisers should encourage employers to pursue a new approach to reduce health risks in their workforce and better manage those costs.
