Assessment
Assessment
A thorough investigation is necessary to provide the best possible treatment for brain fatigue. Early treatment and information can alleviate and prevent unnecessary suffering that often occurs when brain fatigue causes frustration and despair.
A medical examination is needed to rule out other diagnoses and underlying problems. There may be various causes, such as illness or injury that affect the brain, as well as depression, pain, cognitive impairments, and other diseases.
Neuropsychological Assessment
Neuropsychological assessment is valuable in evaluating cognitive status in a person suffering from brain fatigue. Neuropsychological tests may primarily show decreased processing speed and impaired attention, but in many cases, the results are within the normal range. Currently, there is no neuropsychological test that definitively shows a person is suffering from brain fatigue. People often complain of significant tiredness after the test and a long recovery period.
Occupational Therapy Assessment
An assessment with an occupational therapist is often very valuable, providing the individual with a good understanding of their condition. This assessment also helps in planning treatment and strategies that can be used.
Investigating Mental Energy
It is crucial to investigate how to maintain enough mental energy over time. It must be possible to perform an activity repeatedly throughout the working day and for much longer periods.
Mental Fatigue Scale (MFS)
The Mental Fatigue Scale (MFS) can provide good guidance. If the sum score of the MFS exceeds 10 points (excluding daily variation), there is a suspicion of brain fatigue. This necessitates a deeper investigation and a review of the individual’s life situations, including work and leisure activities. The MFS also has therapeutic value, helping individuals understand the various symptoms they experience.