Burnout Syndrome among Catholic Clergy in Spain: Prevalence and Associated Factors
Abstract
Burnout represents a complex occupational risk with significant psychosocial implications. This study estimates the prevalence of burnout among Spanish Catholic priests and examines its correlations with sociodemographic, quality of life, anxiety, depression, and personality factors. A total of 116 priests completed a battery of psychological instruments. The prevalence results varied depending on the assessment scale used. Lifestyle, type of priesthood, quality of life, anxiety, depressive symptoms, and personality traits, were significantly correlated with burnout.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Workplace Spirituality and Leadership
Religion
Spirituality
and Psychology
Workaholism
burnout
and well-being
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Pastoral Care & Counseling Advancing theory and professional practice through scholarly and reflective publications
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications
- Volume
- 80
- Issue
- 1-2
- Pages
- 4–16
- Publication date
- 1 March 2026
- Language
- EN