Neurofatigue affects many people with aphasia. (Neurofatigue is also called mental fog, cognitive fatigue, or brain fog).

Doesn’t matter how the aphasia is acquired (brain injury, stroke, or disease)- neurofatigue decreases the quality of life experiences.

Aphasia makes the brain work harder than before. Neurologists say that the brain actually changes because of that needed effort.

A few symptoms of neurofatigue include:

• forgetfulness
• distractibility
• irritability
• dizziness
• headaches
• decreased coordination
• decreased effective communication
• lack of interest
• decreased processing

Strategies that may ease symptoms:

• having a healthy sleep routine
• pace yourself and priortize daily tasks
• use a checklist or a to-do list
• improve your overall health and wellness including diet and exercise

Reference: https://www.biausa.org/public-affairs/media/fatigue-after-brain-injury