Systematic Literature Review Journal
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): January : Systematic Literature Review Journal

Factors Causing Burnout: A Systematic Literature Review

Muhammad Derajad (Unknown)
Suhadianto Suhadianto (Unknown)
Igaa Noviekayati (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
06 Jan 2026

Abstract

The phenomenon of burnout has evolved into a significant occupational health problem with a prevalence reaching 82% across various global work sectors, especially post-COVID-19 pandemic. This study aims to identify and analyze the causal factors of burnout through a systematic literature review approach using PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Literature search was conducted on four main electronic databases yielding 309 articles which were then selected down to 10 high-quality articles meeting inclusion criteria for the 2021-2025 publication period. Synthesis results indicate that burnout is a multidimensional phenomenon influenced by complex interactions between organizational and individual factors. Dominant organizational factors include work overload, lack of managerial support, unsafe working conditions, and resource inadequacy with burnout prevalence ranging from 17-94%. Individual factors encompass demographic characteristics, coping strategies, resilience, and internal psychological conflicts that serve as moderator variables. Job satisfaction and work meaningfulness function as mediator variables connecting organizational conditions with burnout outcomes. These findings provide theoretical contributions in understanding burnout etiology and can practically serve as a foundation for developing evidence-based preventive interventions to reduce burnout prevalence in work environments.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

slrj

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Subject

Computer Science & IT Health Professions Nursing Public Health Social Sciences Other

Description

Systematic Literature Review Journal (SLRJ) is an academic journal published by IFREL, focusing on the publication of research findings derived from Systematic Literature Reviews (SLR). This journal provides a platform to showcase research that incorporates SLR methodologies across various ...