Fatigue Tip Sheet
Fatigue is a continual state of mental tiredness. Fatigue can occur after physical activity, but most commonly after mental activity.
What Fatigue Can Look Like
- Withdrawn, short answers
- Slowed responses/thinking
- Loss of appetite
- Slower movement and speech (dull tone)
- Irritability, anxiety, crying episodes
- Increased forgetfulness
- Lack of motivation and interest
Accommodations
- Organize routines around the times of day you feel your best
- When you first start feeling tired, STOP and REST!
- Reduce exposure to bright lights and loud noises
- Schedule rest periods throughout your day
- Keep your home and work environments uncluttered
- Use assistive technology/mechanical aids
- Reduce stress
- Avoid or limit alcohol use
- Ensure you are getting plenty of sleep
- Talk to your provider about the role medication can play in fatigue
- Talk to your provider if your fatigue effects your daily functioning