Does depression affect drowsiness and fatigue?
Human factor: Physical factors
Explanation
**Depression** can influence **drowsiness** and **fatigue**, which negatively affects the ability to drive safely.
- **Drowsiness**: It is a state where one feels **tiredness**, **heaviness in the body**, and **sleepiness**. These symptoms can appear before falling completely asleep and are dangerous when driving, as they can lead to accidents.
- **Fatigue**: It manifests with symptoms such as **difficulty concentrating**, **heavy eyes**, **slow movements**, and **slower reactions**. These symptoms are also dangerous at the wheel, as they affect the ability to make quick and precise decisions.
Since depression can increase both drowsiness and fatigue, it is **advisable not to drive at night**. Night driving can exacerbate these symptoms due to the lack of light and the accumulated tiredness of the day, increasing the risk of accidents.
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