Burnout Is a Spectrum—Why Do We Treat It Like a Switch? | #66 ft. Dr. Mary Preisman

Burnout isn’t all or nothing. Dr. Mary Preisman sheds light on the signs, how to prevent burnout, and work-life balance strategies that work.  Dr. Mary Preisman, a psychiatrist focused on mental health and resilience in high-stress professions, uncovers what’s really driving burnout today and how we can move beyond band-aid solutions.  Burnout is everywhere, but are we addressing it the right way?  Watch this episode to find out: The signs of burnout and how to recognize them before it’s too late Burnout vs. depression: why burnout is a spectrum, not an on/off switch Why burnout isn’t just about work—it’s about doing too much in life How to prevent burnout without just adding more self-care Why modern work expectations fuel burnout—and what needs to change  This episode challenges burnout culture, explores the real structural causes of burnout, and provides practical burnout prevention strategies for employees, leaders, and anyone feeling overwhelmed by the demands of modern life.  Guest Speaker  Dr. Mary Preisman is the Physician Lead for Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry at Sinai Health and an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto. Her clinical focus is physician and healthcare worker mental health, as well as critical care and perinatal psychiatry. She leads research on resilience coaching for healthcare workers, with a passion for leadership, education, and work-life integration.  Podcast Host  Dr. Ryan Todd is a psychiatrist, mental health advocate, and co-founder of headversity, a workplace mental health training platform. Dr. Todd combines his clinical expertise with innovative approaches to empower individuals and organizations to thrive.  👉 Connect for the latest insights directly in your feed: headversity on LinkedIn