Chronic fatigue syndrome is diagnosed mainly when persistent tiredness and exhaustion linger despite enough rest and restorative sleep. A leading clinical psychologist from the Semeynaya network notes that this symptom often does not prompt immediate contact with specialists, and this reaction is easy to understand.
At the start, a range of physical issues can accompany a sense of fatigue. Doctors and psychologists can treat these findings, and fatigue is not simply a psychogenic problem. Yet in practice many clinicians consider CFS to be a diagnosis of exclusion after other medical causes have been ruled out.
If physical problems are not identified, ongoing stress may contribute to chronic fatigue syndrome. City life is often tied to emotional strain, and many people feel this strain even in moments of rest. So what should one do when life demands more and more, and problems seem to grow with age? A vacation may not completely erase the load; it travels with the person.
Our mental life often creates problems and stress, regardless of what’s happening outside. The familiar scene of a beach and a breeze can coexist with inner worries about unfinished tasks, deadlines, or conflicts at work.
During a break, people wonder if relaxation will really come. In reality, the mind can stay crowded with work thoughts, and relief may be delayed. It helps to acknowledge that negative emotions are present and to begin working with them rather than pretending they do not exist.
Experts emphasize paying close attention to the emotional sphere instead of forcing a calm facade. Working with emotions takes time and resolve, but practice yields results. As noted by psychologists, it is useful to confront feelings head on and develop strategies to manage them, one step at a time. Earlier discussions on mental resilience have touched on overcoming fear of success.