Work-related burnout syndrome in special education teachers working with children with developmental disorders – possible correlations with some socio-demographic aspects and assertiveness |
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| Authors: | Vesna Jovanovi? Jasmina Kari? Goran Mihajlovi? Tamara D?amonja-Ignjatovi? |
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| Institution: | 1. College of Health Studies and Nursing, Belgrade, Serbia;2. Faculty of Special Education and Rehabilitation, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia;3. Faculty of Medical Sciences, Psychiatry Clinic, Clinical Centre Kragujevac, &4. University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Serbia;5. Faculty of Philosophy, &6. Faculty of Political Science, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia |
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| Abstract: | ABSTRACTThe aim of this research was to examine the levels of burnout syndrome dimensions in special education teachers and correlations with some socio-demographic characteristics, job characteristics, and levels of assertiveness. The research included 225 special education teachers from Serbia (82% were women, 18% were men, with the average age of 42.51 ± 9.23 years). Research instruments included Maslach Burnout Inventory, Rathus Assertiveness Schedule, and a socio-demographic questionnaire. There were differences in all burnout dimensions in relation to types of students’ special needs. Higher levels of burnout symptoms were observed in teachers working with children with motor skill disorders. The assertiveness scores had a significant negative correlation with emotional exhaustion and depersonalisation, and a positive correlation with a lack of accomplishment. The results obtained may help in the planning of the adequate preventative measures for improving the mental health of those professionals. |
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| Keywords: | Burnout syndrome special education teachers assertiveness special educational needs |
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