Maslach Burnout Inventory
Maslach Burnout Inventory

MBI

Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI)

The Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) assesses occupational burnout in individuals, focusing on three dimensions: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and personal accomplishment. It is a commonly used tool for diagnosing and assessing burnout in workers.

Number of questions
22 questions
Estimated duration
5 minutes
Language
English
Original name
Maslach Burnout Inventory
Target audience
Adults
Authors
Christina Maslach, Susan E. Jackson, Michael P. Leiter (1981)
Category
Burnout

Preview of the 22 questions

Scoring & interpretation

Responses are given on a 7-point Likert scale, ranging from “Never” (0) to “Every day” (6). Each dimension is calculated separately. The scores are then used to assess the level of exhaustion, depersonalization, and personal accomplishment.

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