Joe works for XYZ Marketing Inc. Lately he has been working long hours trying to complete a big project before the deadline. He has been increasingly fatigued and often finds himself losing interest in the project. Joe is likely experiencing ____________.
A) constructive stress
B) Type A behavior
C) job burnout
D) Type B behavior
E) eustress

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Joe is exhibiting symptoms of job burnout, which is characterized by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and a reduced sense of personal accomplishment. This is a common result of chronic stress and overwork. Although stress can sometimes be constructive or lead to eustress (positive stress), Joe's symptoms suggest he is experiencing the negative effects of stress.

Joe Works for XYZ Marketing Inc