Burnout
Copenhagen Burnout Inventory (Work)
A 7-item measure of work-related burnout.
About this test
This is the work-related scale of the free, public-domain Copenhagen Burnout Inventory. It measures fatigue and exhaustion that a person attributes to their work. The last item is positively worded and is reverse-scored automatically.
What your score means
| Score | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| 0–13 | Low work burnout |
| 14–20 | Moderate work burnout |
| 21–28 | High work burnout |
Frequently asked questions
Is the CBI free to use?
Yes. The Copenhagen Burnout Inventory is public domain, created as a free alternative to commercial burnout measures.
How is this different from the personal-burnout scale?
This scale focuses on exhaustion attributed specifically to work, whereas personal burnout covers general exhaustion from any cause.
Related screenings
CBICopenhagen Burnout Inventory (Personal)CBI-CCopenhagen Burnout Inventory (Client)ASRS-v1.1Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS Screener)
Source: Kristensen et al. (2005), Copenhagen Burnout Inventory. Public domain (work-related subscale).