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Burnout Fog Misname
Burnout Mistaken for Laziness
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Long masking and overload
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Long masking and overload
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Capacity drops — skills blur
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Exhaustion, reduced capacity and low mood can overlap or have different causes. A qualified professional can help someone consider what is happening and what support may help.
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