A Qualitative study: Exploring the Lived Experiences of Teacher Burnout and its Impact on Mental Health at Primary Level in Swat

Soma  Gohar; Dr. Farooq Nawaz  Khan; Dr. Sajjad  Hussain; Fazal  Wajid; Akhtar  Hussain

doi:10.63056/ACAD.004.02.0284

Authors

Soma Gohar PhD Scholar, Center for Education and Staff Training, University of Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan Author
Dr. Farooq Nawaz Khan Assistant Professor, Center for Education and Staff Training University of Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan Author
Dr. Sajjad Hussain Assistant Professor, Center for Education and Staff Training, University of Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan Author
Fazal Wajid PhD Scholar, Center for Education and Staff Training, University of Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan Author
Akhtar Hussain PhD Scholar, Center for Education and Staff Training, University of Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63056/ACAD.004.02.0284

Keywords:

Teachers , Burnout , Lived Experiences , Mental Health , Primary Level

Abstract

This study investigates the lived experiences of burnout among primary school teachers and how it affects their mental health. In-depth interviews with primary school teachers were carried out using a phenomenological method in order to comprehend their challenges, coping strategies, and burnout perceptions. Phenomenological research design was used in this study and data were collected through semi-structured interviews. Ten participants were selected through purposive sampling with varied subject background from different secondary Schools. The data obtained were transcribed for themes with Thematic Analysis technique. Key themes identified by thematic analysis included psychological anguish, work-life imbalance, emotional weariness, and a lack of institutional assistance. In order to reduce teacher burnout, the study emphasizes the critical need for systemic support and mental health interventions.