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While GenAI offers benefits such as convenient access to learning resources, it also introduces potential risks. This study explores the phenomenon of learning burnout among university students resulting from the misuse of GenAI in this context. A questionnaire was designed to assess five key dimensions: information overload and cognitive load, overdependence on technology, limitations of personalized learning, shifts in the role of educators, and declining motivation. Data were collected from 143 students across various majors at Shandong Institute of Petroleum and Chemical Technology in China. In response to the issues identified in the survey, the study proposes several teaching strategies, including cheating detection, peer learning and evaluation, and anonymous feedback mechanisms, which were tested through experimental teaching interventions. The results showed positive outcomes, with students who participated in these strategies demonstrating improved academic performance. Additionally, two rounds of surveys indicated that students\u2019 acceptance of additional learning tasks increased over time. This research enhances our understanding of the complex relationship between GenAI and learning burnout, offering valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and researchers on how to effectively integrate GenAI into education while mitigating its negative impacts and fostering healthier learning environments. 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