Mrs. Margrét Grímsdóttir is the Director of Nursing for Heilsutofnun NLFI, a Rehabilitation clinic in Iceland. She has long-term experience working with patients in physical and psychiatric rehabilitation settings, in Iceland and USA. She has specialised in burnout, recovery and the role of rehabilitation in restoring function and well-being.

In her presentation, “Long-Term Effects of Rehabilitation Following Burnout: What works?” she shares findings from a qualitative research study focusing on the experience of individuals who have undergone inpatient rehabilitation following severe burnout. The study explores the long term effect on emotional and cognitive recovery over time, and how medical rehabilitation programs with the empahizes on natural remedies may support sustained improvements in well-being and quality of life.

Through in-depth interviews, the research reveals key themes that contribute to long-term recovery, including the importance of utilizing natural remedies and healing through nature. The aim of this presentation is to offer insights that may help improve rehabilitation strategies for individuals suffering from burnout and stress-related disorders.