Emotional exhaustion is a serious concern and burnout is considered an official mental illness by the American Association of Psychology. Both of these problems are a result of neglecting mental health. So, what are the warning signs your mental health may be at risk?
For those who have already seen this video but feel the signs in this video are accurate, do share it with someone who might need it.
Credits
Script Writer: Chloe Avenasa
Script Editors: Kelly Soong & De_Voice
VO: Lily Hu
Animator: Ben Carswell
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong
References:
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