In a recent study, researchers explored the connection between faith, spirituality, and fatigue in people with idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIMs). IIMs are rare muscle diseases that cause chronic fatigue. The study found that those with IIMs and fatigue often have stronger religious beliefs and face more challenges. The research took place in Brazil and invol...
Nurses often face a tough job. They need to care for others constantly. This can lead to something called compassion fatigue. It's when they feel drained and can't give their best. A study looked at nurses in Iran. It wanted to see what makes some nurses more likely to feel this way. Personality plays a big role. Some people are naturally more resilient. They can ha...
Ever wondered why you feel so drained after a long day of thinking hard? It turns out, mental exhaustion can really take a toll on your body, especially when it's chilly. Researchers wanted to find out how mental fatigue, combined with cooling down the whole body, affects how well you can perform in endurance exercises. They figured out that when your mind is tired ...
Trail runners often use poles, but how they affect energy use and foot strength, especially after a long run, isn't well understood. A recent study looked into this by examining how using poles changes the amount of energy spent moving upward and the force exerted by the feet during uphill walking. The research focused on these aspects both before and after a simulat...
Ever wondered how different types of workouts impact your ability to jump? Researchers have been looking into this, focusing on how your body responds after exercise that's tough on your energy but not on your muscles. They found that after such workouts, your jumping power might not be as affected as you'd think. First, let's talk about what they studied. They look...
Older men who have beaten cancer often feel a deep tiredness that doesn't go away. This isn't just feeling lazy; it's a real problem that messes with their mood, sleep, and overall well-being. So, what can help? Some studies suggest Tai Chi Qigong (TCQ), a mix of gentle movement and mindfulness, might be a good option. But is it better than regular exercise or just d...
Doctors jotting down notes after seeing patients might not just be recording medical details. These notes could also hint at something else: how tired the doctor is. A recent study dug into this idea using a whopping 129, 228 emergency room visits. The goal? To train a computer model to spot notes written by doctors who are likely running on empty. Here's how they d...
Cancer treatment is often seen as the end of a long journey. But for many, the fight doesn't stop there. Many survivors face a new set of challenges. Fatigue, pain, and insomnia are common issues that can significantly impact their quality of life. These problems are not just minor inconveniences. They can be severe and long-lasting. Understanding who is most a...
A recent exploration into the eating habits of young people has challenged some common assumptions. The focus was on whether mental exhaustion affects how much and what types of food kids consume. The idea is that when kids are mentally tired, they might eat more, especially junk food. The study involved 90 kids, with an average age of 12. 5 years. The group was div...
Endurance athletes might have a secret weapon against mental exhaustion. Mental fatigue is a real thing. It is a temporary dip in brain power after a long, tough mental task. It can mess with your ability to do physical tasks and even make you less eager to put in mental effort. But here is the thing. Regular exercise, especially the kind that gets your heart pu...