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According to WebMD, feeling tired is a common experience and can push us to our limits emotionally and mentally. In some cases, extreme tiredness sets in, called exhaustion. It is not only the feeling of extreme fatigue but also coupled with irritability. Common reasons for fatigue could be lifestyle choices you should address, such as alcohol or drug use, too much physical activity with no rest, jet lag disorder; lack of physical activity; shortage of sleep; some medications, like cough medicines or antihistamines, and unhealthy eating habits.
Signs of exhaustion include symptoms of depression or anxiety, lack of goal making, lack of concentration, and disconnecting relationships. Usually, exhaustion isn’t typically a cause for concern, but it can be if accompanied by a lack of physical or mental energy; Inability to stay awake or alert; accidentally falling asleep, such as when driving or operating heavy machinery; or inability to maintain or complete an activity; tiring quickly; and difficulty concentrating, memorizing, or maintaining emotional stability.
While exhaustion isn’t a mental disorder, it can be caused by anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, neurological and sleep disorders, anemia, electrolyte abnormalities, diabetes, obesity, and/or infectious disease or cancer. If exhaustion starts affecting your daily life, it’s time to talk to a doctor to determine more serious underlying causes. The good news is that exhaustion has treatments that include establishing better sleep habits, dietary changes, physical changes through consistent physical activity, psychotherapy, and, in some cases, medication prescribed by a psychiatrist.
Signs of Exhaustion
source: WebMD
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