Dr. Yue Limin, director of the Sleep and Psychology Department, explained that the clinic was inspired by a patient's suggestion. During a consultation for the "Don't Like Going to School Clinic," a parent asked, "Is there any help for people who don’t like going to work?"

For some, disliking work may stem from underlying issues such as anxiety or depression. Patients might feel ashamed to seek help, so the clinic was established to address this need. It has been in operation for over two months.

The diagnostic process at the "Don't Like Going to Work Clinic" is similar to that of a standard psychiatric or psychological department. It begins with an initial consultation to assess emotional state, behavior, and daily functioning, followed by psychological and physical examinations to rule out organic diseases such as hyperthyroidism. Patients then undergo psychological assessments, autonomic nervous system balance tests, and physical fitness evaluations. Based on the results, personalized treatment plans are provided.

Not wanting to work may not be laziness but a sign of "emotional exhaustion"—a state where one's emotional resources are depleted due to prolonged stress, leading to low mood, decreased motivation, and a sense of being overwhelmed.

The primary external cause of emotional exhaustion is high stress, such as consecutive overtime hours or frequent business trips. The main internal cause is the disconnection between emotional expression and one’s true feelings, such as perfectionism. For young people, emotional exhaustion often manifests as reluctance to work, also known as "occupational burnout."

In January 2022, the World Health Organization included "occupational burnout" in the International Classification of Diseases, defining it as:
A syndrome resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed, and listed three major symptoms: