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  • From the research

    Brain fog at work or school? Tell people so allowances can be made

    The British Thyroid Foundation lists concentration problems ("brain fog") and short-term memory lapses among thyroid-related symptoms. It suggests letting family, colleagues and…

    Source: British Thyroid Foundation (2024)

    Hashimoto'sMind & moodMoodFatigueSocial situations

    Personal experience, not medical advice.

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    Log symptoms next to life events to spot energy patterns

    Keep a simple diary of how the day felt alongside what happened: routine changes, social plans, busy weeks. The British Thyroid Foundation notes this can show, for example, that…

    Source: Woollven A, British Thyroid Foundation (2026)

    Hashimoto'sHabits & routinesMoodFatigue

    Personal experience, not medical advice.

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    Too sore to go out? Call or text one friend anyway

    Getting out when you can is a good distraction from pain and fatigue. On days that isn't possible, call or text a friend to stay connected.

    Source: Arthritis Foundation (2022)

    Psoriatic arthritisMind & moodMoodFatigueSocial situations

    Personal experience, not medical advice.

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    Write a "what calms me" list on a good day, for use on a hard one

    Jot down the activities that reliably help, like making tea, upbeat music, a walk outside or stretching, so there's a ready-made menu when thinking clearly is hard. If you use a…

    Source: Mental Health Commission of Canada (2021)

    AnxietyHabits & routinesMoodStress

    Personal experience, not medical advice.

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