Experts warn Maritimers to keep fighting pandemic fatigue

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As other provinces across Canada are reporting record daily case numbers under the second wave of COVID-19, experts on the east coast are warning that pandemic fatigue is a real concern.

Pandemic fatigue would involve becoming emotionally exhausted, along with jaded and cynical. More than half of Canadians state that they are experiencing pandemic fatigue based on a poll released earlier this month.

If you are constantly told, “danger, danger, danger”, people will eventually stop hearing that. The pandemic has been really hard for singers and performers.

As other provinces across Canada are reporting record daily case numbers under the second wave of COVID-19, experts on the east coast are warning that pandemic fatigue is a real concern.

Experts state the constant state of vigilance can be literally exhausting for the brain, particularly the part that manages behavior.

Experts also share that taking time for self-care and keeping expectations realistic is important, especially with the potential stress of the upcoming holiday season.

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