In recent years, the concept of compassion fatigue has gained significant traction. Most attributed to those in professional caregiving roles, compassion fatigue is used to describe a state of emotional exhaustion and decreased empathy. However, recent research suggests that what we call compassion fatigue might actually be caused by different factors. This mislabeling undermines our capacity for resilience and our dedication to helping others.
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