How to Recognize Mental Fatigue

Everyone feels tired at some point. The signs of physical fatigue are often easily recognizable. Slower movements, heavy eyes, achy muscles, and even frequent yawning are some telltales signs that a body is tired. But what about mental fatigue?

WebMD notes that mental fatigue affects the mind instead of the muscles. That can make mental fatigue difficult to spot.

But identifying the presence of mental fatigue is important, as untreated mental fatigue can affect decision-making and performance at work and in the classroom.