Instruction
For this assignment there are three topics to choose from. Please select one topic and write a 3-5 page
paper (students must adhere to these page limit requirements) that includes information from at least
two outside (i.e. not your textbook) scholarly resources. You may use your textbook as a third resource.
As a reminder, do not use wiki websites, about.com, blogs or any website that does not have a strong
academic background. If you are unsure about a resource please ask.
This paper must be written in APA format, including a title page with running head. Length requirement
is 3 pages for the body to include in-text citations, and a reference page.
3. Burnout and Compassion Fatigue:
Write about burnout and compassion fatigue. Please include responses to the following
questions:
a. What stressors do you foresee when working with others that may cause helper burnout and
compassion fatigue?
b. How will a helper know if he or she is experiencing burnout or compassion fatigue?
c. In what ways will self-care help to avoid burnout or compassion fatigue?
d. Please also include self-care strategies that you will use when working with others.