To what extent is overwork considered

Overwork usually refers to a state in which the body or mind experiences significant functional impairments due to sustained high-intensity activities that exceed their capacity to bear. The main criteria for judgment include persistent fatigue that cannot be relieved, significantly reduced work efficiency, intensified emotional fluctuations, decreased sleep quality, weakened immunity, and other manifestations.

1. Persistent fatigue

After normal rest, the whole body still feels weak, and even with sufficient sleep time, energy cannot be restored. Abnormal wheezing or muscle soreness occurs during daily activities such as climbing stairs and lifting heavy objects. This fatigue may be accompanied by cognitive decline such as decreased attention span and memory.

2. Decreased efficiency

Previously proficient work takes longer to complete, resulting in frequent low-level errors or decision-making difficulties. Some people may experience reading difficulties, delayed text comprehension, and other symptoms that are significantly different from their daily abilities, and persist for more than one-third of their working hours.

3. Emotional abnormalities

Irritability, anxiety, or low mood lasting for more than two weeks, may be accompanied by unexplained headaches and gastrointestinal discomfort. Some people may experience psychological changes such as developing a sense of disgust towards work or suddenly losing enthusiasm for things they were originally interested in.

4. Sleep disorders

Difficulty falling asleep or waking up early frequently, with a total sleep time of less than 5 hours and lasting for more than three days. Frequent dreaming and shallow sleep can lead to increased fatigue after waking up in the morning, forming a vicious cycle. Some people may experience autonomic nervous system disorders such as palpitations or night sweats at night.

5. Decreased physical fitness

Repeated colds, oral ulcers, and other minor illnesses can slow down wound healing. Physical examination may result in sub-health indicators such as blood pressure fluctuations and abnormal blood sugar levels, and women may experience endocrine disorders such as menstrual cycle disorders.

It is recommended to establish a regular sleep schedule and ensure 7 hours of sleep every day. Get up and move for 5 minutes every hour of work. Pay attention to supplementing high-quality protein and B vitamins in your diet. When there are three or more symptoms for a long time, medical examinations such as electrocardiogram and thyroid function should be performed in a timely manner. If necessary, medication such as Gu Wei Su and Anshen Bu Brain Fluid should be used under the guidance of a doctor to prevent the development of chronic fatigue syndrome. Workplace workers can try mindfulness meditation to relieve stress, while physically demanding workers need to pay special attention to supplementing electrolytes and calcium.

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