DCU study finds significant burnout and poor mental health among Irish teachers. 

The initial findings indicate that a significant proportion of respondents report moderate to high burnout levels, highlighting the urgent need for intervention and support.  

86% of teachers who responded reported moderate to high levels of Personal Burnout, while a similar figure (85%) reported experiencing moderate to high levels of Work-Related Burnout. 

Dr Sabrina Fitzsimons, Co-Director of DCU's CREATE and works in DCU's Institute of Education and, Kevin Shortall, Principal, St. Aidan’s Community school, Tallaght joined Calire to discuss.