PHYSICAL & PSYCHOSOMATIC
Chronic Fatigue
Chronic fatigue that does not resolve with rest is a serious condition that often has both physical and psychological dimensions.
What is Chronic Fatigue?
Chronic fatigue, distinct from ordinary tiredness, is characterised by profound exhaustion that persists despite rest and has no simple physical explanation. It can occur as part of ME/CFS, post-COVID, depression, or burn-out. Pacing and CBT are central to recovery.
Do you recognise this?
✓Exhaustion disproportionate to activity
✓Post-exertional malaise (worsening after activity)
✓Sleep that doesn't refresh
✓Cognitive difficulties ('brain fog')
✓Widespread pain
✓Reduced capacity across all areas of life
Effective treatments
These approaches are commonly recommended for Chronic Fatigue.
Frequently asked questions
Is rest the answer?
Counter-intuitively, complete rest can worsen chronic fatigue. A graded activity approach, carefully increasing activity, is the evidence-based treatment.
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