Compassion fatigue is not only limited to people in the healthcare field.
and is also defined as"the emotional residue or strain of exposure to working with those suffering from the consequences of traumatic events," per the AIS. Secondary trauma can also occur outside of the workplace. It can come from the content you consume and the people you're surrounded by. The AIS also notes that while compassion fatigue and burnout are different, the two can coexist.
The key is to set boundaries — with yourself, friends and family, your job, and social media. Here's what Dr. Jones recommends.or a good group of friends. If you're feeling guilty about saying no to others or taking time for yourself,"I recommend that people get curious about what they're feeling," Dr. Jones says."Guilt is usually when you feel like there's a moral violation of some kind.