# The Brain Science Behind Burnout: What Happens in Your Brain Under Chronic Stress?

**By Amanda Perry**

**Tags:** anxiety, biblical encouragement, brain fog, brain health, brain science, burnout, burnout recovery, burnout signs, christian wellness, chronic stress, cortisol, dopamine, emotional exhaustion, faith based healing, healing, healing journey, mental health, nervous system regulation, neuroplasticity, neuroscience, rest and restoration, self care, stress management, stress on the brain, wellness

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> Source: [Amanda Perry](https://www.amandaperry.io/blogs/news/the-brain-science-behind-burnout)