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Sense of coherence psychology8/14/2023 ![]() It is considered to be a highly demanding occupation since school psychologists cope with wide-ranging occupation responsibilities and thus are at higher risk to develop work related stress and burnout (Bell and McKenzie 2013). School psychologists are trained to deliver mental and behavioral health services for children and adolescents, to intervene at the individual and system level, and develop, implement, and evaluate preventive programs. The wide range of roles and expectations that have defined the school psychology practices may become a source of stress and burnout (Huebner 1992 Ross et al. Implications for theoretical and practices are further discussed. The current study provides a new insight into the burnout risk, through the focus on personal resources and social perceptions. The analysis demonstrated that the SOC was negatively associated with burnout among low or mean levels of loneliness, but not among psychologists with high levels of loneliness. In a sample of 104 Israeli school psychologists, demographic aspects such as the gender, years of experience, or type of school in which they work did not predict the burnout, focusing on the importance of emotional aspects. The current study hypothesized that loneliness may moderate the link between SOC and burnout. Studies reported that loneliness has been found a risk factor that may advance burnout. ![]() ![]() Research has indicated that sense of coherence (SOC) may act as a protective factor. In line with the salutogenic approach, the aim of the current research was to investigate protective and risk factors to burnout. School psychologist have been considered at a high risk for developing work burnout due to their multiple responsibilities, overload and engagement in caring for children, families and professionals. ![]()
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