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    • Fatigue, a decline in mental/physical efficiency, can be acute (resolving with rest) or chronic (persistent).
    • Chronic fatigue significantly impairs daily activities and is linked to various health issues and mortality.
    • Numerous individuals report experiencing chronic fatigue, highlighting the need for better understanding and treatment.

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    • To review existing research on the neurobiology of chronic fatigue.
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    • Examination of neuroimaging studies.

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