Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (“CFS”) is a long-term condition that can display varied symptoms for each individual however common symptoms are extreme tiredness and/or feeling generally unwell. Other less obvious symptoms can include sleep disturbance, flu-like illness, muscle or joint pain and/or an irregular heartbeat. 

Who is impacted and why? 

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome can  impact anyone of any age however it is generally thought to develop more often in individuals in the mid-20’s to mid-40’s age bracket. 

Treatment for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy has proven to be extremely beneficial in helping individuals manage CFS  by helping them to accept the diagnosis (if this has been given by a medical professional), develop an understanding of the condition and how certain thinking styles can have a positive or negative impact on the condition.