The effect of long term mental stress is known as:

• A. Low morale
• B. Lack of drive
• C. Burnout
• D. Negative attitude

Answer: (C)

Long-term mental stress at work can lead to burnout, a syndrome that reflects the cumulative toll of ongoing strain. It isn’t just a temporary mood or a single symptom; burnout involves emotional exhaustion (feeling drained and depleted of energy), depersonalization or cynicism toward people and the job, and a reduced sense of personal accomplishment (feeling ineffective despite effort). These elements together impair performance and well-being over time. While low morale, lack of drive, or a negative attitude describe aspects of stress, they don’t capture the sustained, work-related pattern that burnout represents, which is why burnout is the best description for the effect of long-term mental stress.