A Book About Burnout

One Social Worker's Tale of Survival

A Book About Burnout: One Social Worker's Tale of Survival is a personal memoir based on the struggle (and survival) of a social worker in healthcare who was able to learn and grow from the experience. Known as a "Wounded Healer", she offers hope for those who are experiencing compassion fatigue and job stress, and provides helpful lists and insight into how to survive burnout. Resources are also listed for further exploration on the topic. What others have said: “A Book About Burnout: One Social Worker’s Tale of Survival” by Angela G. Gentile, MSW, RSW is filled with helpful ideas to be implemented right away and the power of it all is generated from the author’s own deeply emotional and explored personal experiences. We know that most of our wisdom comes from our experiences, and the book shares her experiences truthfully and in depth as she evolved through the challenges she faced. By doing so, she offers a quiet and dignified permission and encouragement of others to seek the help and guidance to see them through their challenges...and away from burnout. - Alan S. Wolkenstein, MSW