Are you feeling constantly exhausted, detached from work, or struggling with brain fog? In this powerful episode of Deep Thinking, host Dr. Steven Stolz interviews world-renowned psychiatrist Professor Gordon Parker AO, founder of the Black Dog Institute and pioneer in burnout research. Professor Parker shares groundbreaking insights from his 50+ years as a clinician and researcher, revealing the critical differences between burnout and depression that are often misdiagnosed. Discover how high-achievers, perfectionists, and conscientious individuals are paradoxically more vulnerable to burnout, and learn the evidence-based strategies that can help you recover and prevent future episodes. KEY INSIGHTS: - The scientific explanation for why burnout feels different from regular stress or fatigue - How workplace cultures either protect against or accelerate burnout symptoms - The physiological changes that occur during different burnout phases - The Sydney Burnout Measure (SBM) — a revolutionary assessment tool developed by Professor Parker - Practical recovery strategies tailored to different professions and personality types - How technology and modern work expectations create unique burnout vulnerabilities - The vital differences between burnout and clinical depression (and why misdiagnosis is dangerous)