The Short Version
This claim is false. No controlled studies compare bed rotting to normal daily productivity for burnout recovery. The Sleep Foundation explicitly states the trend "hasn't yet been directly studied by researchers," making the "more effectively" assertion unsupported. Clinical sources warn that prolonged inactivity can worsen mood and deepen a depression-inactivity cycle. While brief, intentional rest may offer some short-term relief, evidence-based burnout recovery guidelines favor active strategies like structured rest and light exercise — not extended passive inactivity.