How to lower your risk of stress and burnout
By My Wellness Health, Editorial team · Reviewed by the My Wellness Health clinical team on 7 Oct 2026 · Updated 7 Oct 2026
You can lower your risk of stress and burnout by taking these steps: protect your sleep, take real breaks during the day and time off and set limits on work outside working hours. Not every case can be prevented, which is why regular checks matter.
ICD-11, 2019.
| Who should get checked | How it is checked | How we help | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSS-4 score 0 to 5: low stress | The PSS-4 Perceived Stress Scale (4 questions) | PSS-4 stress screening | Mental health screening, KES 100 |
How to lower your risk of stress and burnout: your questions answered
Frequently asked questions
How can I lower my risk of stress and burnout?
Protect your sleep. Take real breaks during the day and time off. Set limits on work outside working hours. Move every day. Talk to your manager or HR about workload early.
Can stress and burnout be prevented completely?
Not always. Some risk factors, such as age and family history, cannot be changed, so finding problems early through checks matters as much as healthy habits.
Which risk factors can't I change?
Long hours and heavy workloads without rest. Little control over your work.
What signs should I watch for?
Signs worth checking include feeling exhausted and drained most of the time; feeling distant from or negative about your work; getting less done than you used to; and headaches, poor sleep or stomach upsets.
How can My Wellness Health help?
Knowing your own risk factors is the first step. The stress screening uses the PSS-4 Perceived Stress Scale, four questions about the last month, and tells you whether your stress level is low, moderate or high. It costs KES 100. A care navigator calls you back within 2 hours (Monday to Saturday, 8am to 8pm) to book what you need at a facility that suits your budget and location.
This page is health information to help you understand risks and next steps. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a consultation with a qualified clinician. My Wellness Health is not a diagnostic service: we help you understand your risk and connect you with the right screening and care. In an emergency, go to the nearest hospital or call 999 or 112. If you are thinking of harming yourself, call Befrienders Kenya on +254 722 178 177 or the Kenya Red Cross toll-free line 1199.