The Predictive Level of Psychological Flexibility on Burnout

Authors : Mustafa Erdem, Hasan Altuntaş, Recep Tekinarslan

Pages : 1307-1350

Doi:10.29299/kefad.1429734

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Publication Date : 2024-08-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This study is a quantitative research study aiming to explore the correlation between psychological flexibility and burnout among 336 secondary school teachers in Kırşehir during the 2023-2024 academic year. Findings include teachers\' levels of success, emotional exhaustion, and psychological flexibility aspects. Demographic factors and geographical location are also considered. The study concludes with significant relationships between burnout and psychological flexibility sub-dimensions, providing insights into the factors influencing teacher well-being. The study aims to correlate secondary school teachers\' psychological flexibility and burnout using a quantitative research survey model. The research utilized the Psychological Flexibility Scale and Maslach Burnout Inventory, employing multiple regression analysis to assess the impact of the independent variable on the dependent variable. A significant relationship was observed between burnout and psychological flexibility sub-dimensions, with psychological flexibility explaining 68% of emotional exhaustion, 56% of depersonalization, and 22% of personal accomplishment. Despite emotional exhaustion, teachers also experience feelings of success. Teachers live according to their values and are aware of the moment. Teachers experience difficulty in contextual self, differentiation, and acceptance. Psychological flexibility is a significant predictor of emotional exhaustion, desensitization, and personal achievement.
Keywords : psikolojik esneklik, tükenmişlik, öğretmen, ortaokul