Mental exhaustion can be objectively measured through physiological markers

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Mental exhaustion and cognitive load can be objectively assessed using physiological markers such as heart rate variability, pupillometry, and autonomic nervous system activity.

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Multiple studies demonstrate clear physiological correlates of cognitive load and fatigue, specifically involving autonomic nervous system markers like heart rate variability and pupillary dynamics.

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Pupillometry and autonomic nervous system responses to cognitive load and false feedback: an unsupervised machine learning approach

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E. Alshanskaia, G. Portnova, K. Liaukovich, Olga Martynova. Pupillometry and autonomic nervous system responses to cognitive load and false feedback: an unsupervised machine learning approach. 2024. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnins.2024.1445697

Demonstrates that autonomic nervous system responses, including pupillary dynamics and heart rate variability, reflect cognitive load and stress.

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Examining the Influence of Cognitive Load and Environmental Conditions on Autonomic Nervous System Response in Military Aircrew: A Hypoxia–Normoxia Study

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Harrison L Wittels, S. Wittels, M. Wishon, J. Vogl, P. S. St. Onge, Samantha M McDonald, Leonard A Temme. Examining the Influence of Cognitive Load and Environmental Conditions on Autonomic Nervous System Response in Military Aircrew: A Hypoxia–Normoxia Study. 2024. https://doi.org/10.3390/biology13050343

Shows that high cognitive loads induce measurable alterations in autonomic nervous system activity such as increased heart rate and decreased heart rate variability.

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Digital twin for Taekwondo athletes: integrating sports nutrition and psychological readiness using artificial intelligence.

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Amawi AT, Grivas GV, Alkasasbeh WJ. Digital twin for Taekwondo athletes: integrating sports nutrition and psychological readiness using artificial intelligence.. 2026. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2026.1822194

Highlights the use of physiological biomarkers like heart rate variability and cortisol to detect fatigue and stress dysregulation.

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judged → SUPPORTED · 8401 Aug 2026

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