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Fatigue

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Does anyone else struggle a lot with fatigue? What are your strategies for managing it?

I'm asking here because I'm fairly sure it's related to autism. Social activities and any kind of sensory discomfort or pain tire me out much faster than they do my NT friends. However, it's also getting worse with age. When I was in my late teens, I could focus for hours, but these days I find myself having to take breaks during the day (I work from home) where I lie down and basically do nothing, sometimes even fall asleep, for an hour or two.

I sleep well, eat well, supplement B12, and exercise outdoors daily.

Has anyone managed to optimise their environment/routines to overcome this?

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  • I struggle with chronic fatigue - probably due to serious physical illnesses, medication side effects, age, sensory overload, anxiety. I realise I need a morning nap and regular healthy meals and snacks that include protein (I have Reactive Hypoglycaemia so I have to restrict sugar and carbs) to keep my blood sugar normal and stable. I take a variety of vitamins.

    I also have to recognise the only time of day when I have some energy (usually after lunch and my afternoon snack) so I plan to do tasks at that time when I can manage them (paying bills, emailing, tidying up, etc.). I cannot do anything in the morning that requires energy and the ability to concentrate. My mind is very fuzzy and disoriented in the morning.

    Before I go to sleep at night, I wind down by watching lengthy, soothing YouTube videos. I found that crossword puzzles are too mentally stimulating and I can't fall asleep properly.

    I have to admit that I do drink three cups of coffee a day before 3:00pm and I have a glass of diet cola in the late afternoon before dinner. So caffeine is indeed part of my routine for energy!

  • in reply to Kitty Pes

    I never considered my daily fluctuations before... good thought!

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