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Association between suicidal ideation and burnout: A meta-analysis
Javier Esparza-Reig1, Martín Julián1
1Department of Psychology, Universidad Europea de Valencia, Valencia, Spain.
Death Studies
|January 5, 2024
Summary
This meta-analysis found a significant link between suicidal ideation (SI) and burnout. Parental burnout showed the strongest association, highlighting the need for targeted stress management interventions.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Occupational Health
Background:
- Suicide causes approximately 700,000 deaths globally each year.
- Stress in academic and work settings can exacerbate suicidal thoughts.
- No prior meta-analysis has specifically investigated the link between suicidal ideation and burnout.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a meta-analysis examining the association between suicidal ideation (SI) and burnout syndrome.
- To identify the moderating role of different burnout types (occupational, academic, parental).
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was performed across multiple databases (WoS, Scopus, PubMed, PsycINFO, DIALNET, Google Scholar).
- Twenty-one studies met the eligibility criteria for inclusion in the meta-analysis.
- Statistical analysis was employed to determine the relationship between SI and burnout.
Main Results:
- A significant positive association was found between suicidal ideation and burnout syndrome.
- The type of burnout significantly moderated this relationship.
- Parental burnout demonstrated the highest correlation with SI, followed by academic and then occupational burnout.
Conclusions:
- Findings underscore the critical link between burnout and suicidal ideation across various life domains.
- There is a need for enhanced assessment tools for SI in occupational, academic, and parenting contexts.
- Development of targeted psychoeducational programs for stress management is recommended.
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