Authors:

Sohel Sarkar , Sirajun Tahura

Abstract:

Rationale and Objective: The research paper aims to assess the current burnout levels, yoga/exercise participation, and Smartphone usage among 593 medical aspirants in India. The rationale behind the study is to understand the burnout levels of medical aspirants and to investigate potential associations with lifestyle factors such as exercise and Smartphone usage.

Data and Methods: The researchers utilized a cross-sectional study design to collect data from 593 medical aspirants through simple random sampling (Lottery) technique. They employed a self-developed 4 Point Likert scale (SBS) to measure burnout levels. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS. The study focused on key variables, including burnout level, yoga/exercise participation, and Smartphone usage. Categorical variables were examined to identify any significant differences in burnout levels based on these factors.

Results: The statistical analysis revealed that 85% of Indian medical aspirants experienced some level of burnout. Among them, 0.8% were in severe condition regarding their daily burnout level. The study identified significant differences in burnout levels based on various categorical variables. Notably, aspirants engaging in daily yoga/meditation/exercise showed lower levels of burnout. Furthermore, the combination of Smartphone usage and duration revealed significant findings. The group of aspirants who used their Smartphone for social media and entertainment for more than 4 hours per day exhibited the highest levels of burnout compared to other groups.

Conclusion: The research concludes that a significant proportion (85%) of Indian medical aspirants experienced burnout, with a small percentage in severe conditions. Engaging in daily yoga/meditation/exercise was associated with lower levels of burnout, emphasizing the potential role of physical activity in mitigating burnout. The study highlights the impact of Smartphone usage, particularly for social media and entertainment, on burnout levels. Aspirants who spent more than 4 hours per day on such Smartphone activities exhibited the highest levels of burnout. These findings suggest the importance of addressing burnout among medical aspirants and implementing strategies to promote well-being.

Keywords:

Burn out, Yoga/exercise, Smartphone, Indian medical aspirants

Vol & Issue:

VOL.18, ISSUE No.1, March 2026