Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI)

The MBI is a self-report tool used to assess the severity of burnout in professionals. It helps in identifying and quantifying the severity of burnout across emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and personal accomplishment.

Overview

The MBI is used to assess the severity of burnout in professionals.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

22

TIME TO COMPLETE

10-15

minutes

FORMAT

Self-report

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 0-6 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity of burnout.

Interpretation: Higher total scores in emotional exhaustion and depersonalization indicate greater severity, while higher scores in personal accomplishment indicate lower severity.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.90)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating MBI scores with clinical assessments of burnout.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Self-administered.

Frequency: Used at initial assessment and periodically to monitor symptoms.

Use Cases: Used in clinical and research settings to assess and monitor burnout.

Research and References
Maslach, C., Jackson, S. E., & Leiter, M. P. (1996). Maslach Burnout Inventory Manual (3rd ed.). Consulting Psychologists Press.

Related Assessments

PROQOL,

OLBI

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Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) FAQS

What is the MBI used for?

The MBI is used to assess the severity of burnout in professionals.

How is the MBI scored?

Each item is scored on a 0-6 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Who uses the MBI?

It is typically self-administered by adults.

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