Student Burnout: Why Everything Feels Impossible Right Now (Level 1)

Many students today feel burned out. Burnout means feeling very tired and losing interest in school. A Gallup study found that about three out of four high school students feel stressed most of the time. Nearly half often feel burned out by schoolwork. Among university students, over half have burnout signs. Why does this happen? Students feel a lot of pressure to do well in school and in the future. They also compare themselves to others on social media. Many worry if school will help them get a good job. Signs of burnout include feeling tired even after sleeping, losing interest in things you used to like, and asking, 'Why am I learning this?' What can help? Teachers can give shorter lessons with more breaks. Students can choose more of what they learn. Learning should connect to real life. Schools should also teach how to handle stress. Education should help students feel curious and hopeful, not just memorize facts.