Burnout Nation: When Job Searching Becomes a Mental Health Hazard The Great Recession may have ended, but its legacy persists in the American workforce. According to a recent Glassdoor poll, 53% of U. S.
workers have paused their job search due to mental health concerns. This is not simply about workers being picky or entitled; it's about a labor market that has become toxic for many. Hiring rates have plummeted to 3.
3%, and the quits rate has dropped to 1. 9%. Americans now believe they only have a 45% chance of finding a new role within three months, a figure lower than during the peak of the COVID pandemic in December 2020.