Features of the "professional burnout" syndrome among teachers of tourism disciplines

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https://doi.org/10.31861/

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, teachers of tourist disciplines

Abstract

A teacher in a higher education institution plays a crucial role in shaping a student's personality, development, education, upbringing, and ultimately, professional orientation. At every stage of life, an individual's growth is closely intertwined with the influence of educators—teachers and lecturers. In today's world, the teaching profession is subject to numerous stress factors, leading to "professional burnout," characterized by psychological and physical exhaustion. This, in turn, results in decreased professional effectiveness, deteriorating psychological and physical well-being, and strained relationships within the teaching staff and society. The relevance of this research lies in the fact that stressors associated with teaching impact an individual's overall life, contributing to health deterioration, personal and psychological changes, reduced work capacity, and diminished professionalism. This article examines the psychological and pedagogical aspects of "professional burnout" among educators of tourism disciplines. Lecturers in this field often experience heightened levels of stress, emotional strain, and workload. Their responsibilities extend beyond theoretical instruction to include practical student training, organizing excursions, and conducting field research, all of which demand substantial physical and psychological effort. An analysis of various studies on this issue suggests that "professional burnout" is a state in which lecturers lose vitality due to professional stress. However, a teacher’s susceptibility to burnout largely depends on their nervous system type and may manifest in physical, mental, and psychosomatic disorders. Furthermore, the systematization of data highlights the lack of consensus among researches regarding the accuracy of a single model and the interpretation of the "professional burnout" phenomenon. Despite this, the issue remains a significant concern for educators of educational institutions, as early prevention and identification of burnout are critical to maintaining an effective educational process

Author Biographies

  • Mykola Deputat, Higher education institution "King Daniel University"
    Department of Tourism and Hotel and Restaurant Business
  • Khrystyna Terletska, Higher education institution "King Daniel University"
    Department of Tourism and Hotel and Restaurant Business

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2025-11-26