
Physicians in the U.S. experiencing burnout, depression, suicidal ideation 2011-2014
This statistic shows the prevalence of burnout, depression, and suicidal ideation among U.S. physicians in 2011 and 2014. According to the survey, some 54 percent of physicians in the United States in 2014 were considered burned out. Burnout syndrome and work-related stress can impair a person's physical and mental well-being. It is suggested that many physicians experience professional burnout and can lead to negative impacts such as broken relationships, problematic alcohol use, and suicidal ideation.