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Tiredness, irritability and forgetting habit … Is this brain fog somewhere? Know the truth
Samira Vishwas | July 21, 2025 3:26 PM CST

New Delhi. Mental exhaustion has now become a common problem in this fast pace filled with participation and competition. People get mentally tired due to constant work pressure, irregular routine and lack of sleep, which directly affects their brain. As a result, conditions like brain fog and burnout are born, which gradually disturb the mental balance, but also affect the quality of life.

If you too find yourself tired, confused or in a position to not remember things, then it may be a warning that you are facing brain fogs or mental burnouts. The good thing is that if its symptoms are identified in time, then both prevention and treatment are possible.

What is brain fog?

According to clinic research, brain fog is not a particular disease but it is a mental state in which the person’s ability to think and understand slows down. Its experience is as if there is a fog on the brain where there is difficulty in doing normal work. It is also called mental fog.

What is burnout?

Burnout is a mental, emotional and physical fatigue conditions, which arises from long stay stress. In this, a person feels lack of energy, is not interested in work and he experiences irritability or sadness.

What are common symptoms?

Constant fatigue or lack of energy

Difficulty remembering things

Reduction in concentration

Irritability and sadness

Lack of interest in everyday works

Difficulty in decision making

Major causes of brain fog and burnout

Lack of sleep: the main cause of mental and physical exhaustion.

Constant stress: pressure on the brain from personal or professional stress.

Hormonal changes: This can become a major reason in especially women.

Depression and Angelia: Major root of mental imbalance.

Side effects of the Vies: The direct effect of some medication on the brain.

Neurological condition: such as dementia, brain tumor or stroke.

How to protect against brain fog and burnout?

👉 Get good and full sleep: At least 7-8 hours of sleep is necessary.

Drink plenty of water: Hydration keeps the brain active and fresh.

If the problem is more, consult a doctor: Do not ignore the symptoms.


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