Overview
Fatigue is a general feeling of tiredness, exhaustion, or lack of energy that is not relieved by rest. It is a common complaint that can be caused by a variety of activities, illnesses, or medical conditions. Fatigue can cause a number of physical and mental impairments, and can lead to decreased performance in all areas of life. The causes of fatigue are wide-ranging but can be divided into mental and physical fatigue. Mental fatigue is often caused by stress, boredom, or a lack of motivation, while physical fatigue is caused by an excessive amount of physical activity. Proper rest and management of stress are key to reducing fatigue. Severe fatigue can be a sign of an underlying medical condition, such as anemia, depression, or thyroid disease, so it is important to seek medical evaluation if fatigue persists. Treatments for fatigue vary depending on the cause, but may include lifestyle modifications, medications, and counseling.
Research published in this journal
12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
How this research is being cited
The 12 articles above have been cited 23 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
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2026 · BMC Cancer
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Compassion fatigue, secondary traumatic stress, and coping strategies of mental health professionalsKavya Kumar et al. · 2024 · Industrial Psychiatry Journal
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Alexander Adam Audu et al. · 2024 · Journal of Forensic Science and Medicine
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B. Edet et al. · 2024 · Telangana Journal of Psychiatry
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Compassion fatigue, secondary traumatic stress, and coping strategies of mental health professionals2024 · Industrial Psychiatry Journal
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2024 · Telangana Journal of Psychiatry
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2024 · Journal of Forensic Science and Medicine
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Mahum Justin et al. · 2023 · Academic journal of social sciences
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