Treatment Return to work/studies
Treatment
Consider mental endurance. Mental energy must last for the entire working day, the next week, and the next month. Sometimes it takes a long time to return to work, and for some, it may never be possible.
All kinds of work and studies consume energy, requiring thinking and concentration. Most work must be done within a certain time frame, demanding efficiency. It is not about the level of competence or education.
Few jobs today are calm and provide room for rest and recovery during work. Expectations are high from employers, colleagues, and the individual.
For some, it might be advisable to try another job if the old job or workplace is not appropriate or cannot be adapted to the needs of the person with brain fatigue.
For many, it is best to return to the old workplace where they have routine and experience. Learning new tasks takes a lot of energy. It is advisable to start with a few hours a week and increase slowly if and when it works. Resuming studies is equally demanding.
Examples of what a weekly work schedule might look like:
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
| 25 % | 4 h | Rest | 3 h | Rest | 3 h |
| 50 % | 5 h | 5 h | Rest | 5 h | 5 h |