‘Zoom fatigue’ is common struggle for remote workers. Here’s how to handle it, according to experts
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In the years since the pandemic triggered a spike in permanent telecommuting, many have complained of so-called “Zoom fatigue." Experts weigh in on the effects and prevention tips.
Thought to be coined by Stanford University professor Jeremy Bailenson, the term refers to a level of exhaustion that comes with interacting with others on camera all throughout the day. "Our brains are wired for actual in-person interactions, not wired for interactions on the screen." "Because video platforms artificially limit our perspective, we miss the cues we’re used to from live, in-person interactions." Melissa Rudy is health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital.
Dr. Kyle Elliott, a tech career coach in San Francisco, defines Zoom fatigue as "incessant tiredness or lack of energy as a result of spending a large quantity of time on Zoom."